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Vol. 13 Edition 15: Friday 11th April 2014 : www.killarneyoutlook.com 11.04.14 1 Killarney Outlook Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Are you one of the 35,000 people that read the best FREE Publication in Kerry... The Killarney OutlookDon’t Dont Miss out on collecting your weekly edition of kerry’s brightest and most read publication….. The Killarney Outlook. The glossy magazine is delivered to business outlets every friday and is snapped up within minutes of delivery. FARRANFORE JLT Tiles Farranfore Garden Centre Londis Moriarty’s Liam Lynch Garage KILLARNEY Murphy’s Garage Amber Centra Carry Out Licence Chinese Restaurant Topaz Centra Maher’s Butchers Kennelly’s Pharmacy Sean Taffee I.C. Photo Ian Cronin Killarney Garden Centre Holy Cross Day care Centre Dept. Tourist International Hotel INNISFALLEN MALL O’Sullivan Bike-Shop Horan’s Fruit & Veg Pork Shop Jones Frame Shop (Upstairs) Glow Beauty Des Shop Killarney Credit Union PARK ROAD Topaz Petrol Station Tesco Petrol Shop Tesco Supermarket Sheehan’s Butcher Marks & Spencer’s Geraldine’s Hair Salon Horan’s Fruit & Veg Park Road Pharmacy Hegarty’s Outlet Centre Malton Hotel Killarney Toning Studio COLLEGE STREET KDYS GALA Bronny’s Specsavers Sean Taffee Dominos Pizza South West Counselling Fairview Guesthouse Killarney Hardware Fairhill Butchers Casey Video Shop Dungeon Cronin’s Failte Hotel Kerry Phone Shop Scotts Hotel Variety Sound McSorley’s Ladbrokes Dan Lenihan Bar SCOTTS LANE 2 11.04.14 The Streat Café Urban Optics Torc Travel Golden Chopsticks Food Fayre Café COLLEGE SQUARE / PLUNKETT STREET Sean Leo’s Auctioneers O’Leary Electrical White-Heather Florist Allegro Music Express Joevany Leather Goods Gallivan Auctioneers Reens (Chemist) Allure Hairdressers Killarney Household Gifts Mike’s Fast Food Tatler Jack GLEBE LANE Killarney Barber Shop Continental Café (Spolgers) Goggin’s Hair Salon Jam Café J MAC Office Kerry Mortgages MAIN STREET Town Hall Killarney Hair Studio Medical Hall Euro City Macs Restaurant John Reidy (Bar & sweet shop) EBS Coyne & Culloty Christy’s Irish Stores MD O’Shea’s Killarney Bookshop Sheehan’s Pharmacy Brian James O’Grady’s Newsagent Abbey Travel HIGH STREET Quill’s Fashion Keane’s Jewellers Sceal Eile Julies Barber Shop O’Connor’s Bar Smoke House Cronin’s Butcher Salvador’s Pizza Corkery’s Paddy Power 02 Phone Shop Ladbrookes Speak Easy (bar) Eagers JC O’Shea B.DE Stack Jewellery Shop Feet First Killarney Outlook Office Tru-Care Cleaners Daybreak Shop (top of High Street) Gallivan Murphy Hooper Dolan NEW STREET Presbytery near Bishop Palace Hennigan’s Auctioneers Killarney Photographic Killarney Med Centre Pharmacy (O’Sullivan) Kennelly’s Pharmacy Dunnes Stores Healy’s Newsagents Sarah Jane Jasmine Boutique Stack O’Brien Optician McKenzie’s Coffee Shop Subway Restaurant Healy (DNG) Sheila’s Hairdressers Siodori Na Riochta Jewellers Eddie Rockets Frank Coffee Shoes Walsh Shoes Gloria Jeans Coffee Shop Phone Shop Sherry Fitzgerald Coghlan TESCO SHOPPING ARCADE Euro Hair Style Salon Dry Cleaners CHAPEL PLACE Physique Gym Craft Shop BEECH ROAD Liam O’Connor’s Ashe’s Butchers Leaders Horan’s Health Store WOODLAND INDUSTRIAL ESTATE Cronin’s Foodstrore Daly’s Super Valu Off Licence Daly’s Petrol Shop Supermac’s Killarney Sports Centre Killarney Tyres Kerry Tool Hire Killarney Glass Maurice Prendiville RM Audio Killarney DIY Keogh Decorator Factory Carpet National Tile & Bathroom Centre Murphy’s Print Buddies M.D.O’Shea’s Killarney Autos Park-Lane Dry Cleaners CORK ROAD Killarney Heights Hotel Bowler’s Garage Our-House.ie MUCKROSS ROAD Handy Stores Tom Spillane Amber Station Muckross rd quick pick Carry Out Licence Ross Golf Course Randles Court Hotel Randles Nissan Garage Doyle Shop Brehon Hotel Gleneagle Victoria House Hotel Chinese Restaurant (after Gleneagle) Spar (Hegarty’s ) Oaks Hotel Molly Darcy’s Muckross House Restaurant Lake Hotel ROAD TO RATHMORE CRL Oil Darby O’Gills Healy’s Garage GLENFLESK Kerry Way Pub P.O. Filling Station BARRADUFF Laundry Room Hickey’s Butchers Nagles Right Buy Shop Takeaway Sizzlers O’Donoghue Shop Murphy Motor Mitsubishi RATHMORE Reen’s Garage Peugeot MCCarthy’s Londis O’Keeffee’s Hardware Sapphire Signs Renault Motors Centra Shop Credit Union Haven Beauty Salon Esso Shop GNEEVEGUILLA Post Office McCarthy’s Fr Kevin Dunnes O’Keeffe’s FOSSA Tony’s Shop McCarthy’s Centra Killarney Golf Club Golden Nugget PUB Hotel Europe BEAUFORT Beaufort Bar In-Between Pub Carson’s Supermarket Kilgobnet Breen’s Shop O’Sullivan’s Shop MILLTOWN Londis Top Shop Milltown Farmer’s Market (old church) Café Beag O’Shea’s Pub Pharmacy Burke’s Butchers Pharmacy Milltown Fruit & Veg shop Spar Larkin’s Alma’s Murphy’s Little Pavillion (take away) O’Neill’s Power Equipment P.O. Organic Store CASTLEMAINE Cronin’s Petrol Station Tool Hire Geaney’s Oil Griffin’s Bar Boyles Hardware Post Office / Shop Kerry Group Creamery Tyre Centre FIRIES Shop – (Bridies) Pub The Ballinvarrig Inn Supermarket CASTLEISLAND Outlook Office. Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Killarney Outlook 11.04.14 3 Killarney Outlook 4 11.04.14 Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Killarney Outlook 11.04.14 5 News Desk Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] 2014 An Comhdháil World Irish Dance Championships Kick Off Competition Sees Over 5,000 Dancers Take Part The 2014 An Comhdháil World Irish Dance Championships are being hosted at Killarney Convention Centre from the 12th to the 19th of April. This year’s competitors from Ireland (North and South), America, Scotland, England and Europe all compete for the world title over The 2014 An Comhdháil World Irish Dance Championships are being hosted at Killarney Convention Centre, from the 12th to the 19th of April. Dancers include, Sarah Silby, Ciara Silby, Vivian Moynihan, Aisling Lowe, Kayley Riordan, Emma Lowe, From Waterford and Kerry, respectably. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan. The 2014 An Comhdháil World Irish Dance Championships are being hosted at Killarney Convention Centre. Dancers include, Sarah Silby, Ciara Silby, Vivian Moynihan, Aisling Lowe, Kayley Riordan, Emma Lowe, From Waterford and Kerry, respectably, also with the dancers is Jacqueline Leigh, Dublin, PRO, An Comhdháil, and Mary O’Leary, An Comhdháil, Killarney. Photo:Valerie O’Sullivan/ the eight day competition which takes place in the INEC auditorium. In total, forty three competitions take place over the eight day championships and winners are announced every day after each competition. The youngest dancer in the competition is nine years old and the oldest is twenty five. Over the course of the week the competition will see over 5,000 dancers take to the stage. The 5,000 competitors will be accompanied by an entourage of organisers, teachers, adjudicators, musicians, families, friends, supporters and spectators. An Comhdháil , the organisation who run the World Irish Dance Championships, are forty three years in existence this year. They were the first Irish dance organisation to bring in the no makeup rule for girls under thirteen years of age in 2007. Lasting over a week, the competition will see male and female world champions crowned across a range of age categories from under ten through to adult. Approximately 400 teams will take part. PAYMENT PLAN TO EASE THE FINANCIAL BURDEN ASSOCIATED WITH SCHOOL BOOKS COST The school year once again has almost surpassed us as when the student’s return to school after the upcoming Easter break, it is only for a short term. Leaving Cert and Junior Cert exams will be starting the first week of June but for parents anxiety of the cost associated with school uniforms, school books, school transport and many other relevant costs will be playing on their minds going forward into the new school year. A local education publisher here in Kerry, Educate.ie based in Castleisland have unveiled a payment plan to ease the financial burden associated with schoolbooks cost to parents and schools. They announced their school payment plan back in February. They are offering text books with free e books included at a cost of €6 a year. For schools that are trying to upkeep an existing book rental scheme this is a valuable component and is even more significant for those schools that are starting up a book rental scheme in their school. The key factor is that there is no seed capital investment by the schools. It is a matter of sincere concern by all parties in a school. Parents need to be aware that such an initiative is available. Parents and schools need to work together on issues like this as the ultimate goal to be achieved by all is the best quality education for our children. National Parents’ Council Post Primary (NPCpp) does not endorse one publisher over another, but is supportive of the initiative being undertaken by educate.ie. NPCpp will be as supportive of similar initiatives which would be as cost effective for schools and parents if offered by any of the other educational publishers. Don Myers, President of the National Parents’ Council Post Primary (NPCpp). Pic by Outlook Pics. If you have a story... Contact Aisling on 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] 6 11.04.14 Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Killarney Outlook 11.04.14 7 News Desk Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] Extensive tree planting underway at Killarney Golf Club Killarney Golf and Fishing Club have taken the first steps in an ambitious tree planting programme following the devestation of Storm Darwin. In the last two weeks a total of seventy three trees have been planted. According to Cormac Flannery, General Manager ‘Considerable work has been done in redressing the storm damage. We have planted nine mature trees at a cost of €5,300 which include eight Maple and a Dawn Work underway at Killarney Golf and Fishing club. Redwood” is hoped to establish the first Tuesday of every On Tuesday night from 6 – 9 pm members of Killarney Golf and Fishing Club undertook a month as Members Clean Up Night at the Club. clean up of the 9th, 10th and 11th holes and it Michael O’Donoghue, Chairman, Management Council added “Killarney Golf and Fishing Club Bumbleance is the Manor West Charity of the Year 2014 Manor West Retail Park is delighted to announce that the Bumbleance has been chosen as their Charity of the Year 2014. Manor West will be working closely throughout the year to aid the Bumbleance through fundraising activities and awareness campaigns for the incredible Tralee based charity. The Bumbleance is a Children’s Ambulance Service which provides improved and professional medical transportation services for long-term sick and seriously disabled children, who require professional ambulance transportation. The service Bumbleance is the Manor West Charity of the Year. transfers children in a fun environment from all over the country to their treatment centres. The Bumbleance aims to make every trip a positive experience while providing the highest level of care. The Bumbleance, as well as Bees for Battens and Liam’s Lodge are branches of The Saoirse Foundation set up by Tony Heffernan. Tony stated “Manor West has been the local cornerstone of our fundraising activities over the past few years and we are most grateful and absolutely delighted that we have been chosen as the Charity Partner for 2014. This partnership will help us ensure that BUMBLEance continues to transport sick children from Kerry and the rest of Ireland. Fassbender Cocktail brings style to The Lane Now fully back on the scene The Ross, a venue of unexpected amenities in a stylish setting, has revealed its innovative new cocktail list. As part of the new Cocktail menu, the hip and trendy Lane Café Bar has launched a special Fassbender cocktail in ode to Killarney native Michael Fassbender. “Made from poitin, cointreau, raspberries, grenadine, and pineapple juice’, says Roger Harmon, The 8 11.04.14 Lane Bar Manager, describing their Fassbender Cocktail, ‘it is without doubt our biggest seller after our famous Strawberry Daiquiris of course. We are hoping next time Michael is home that he will have a Fassbender on us!’ are committed to ensuring that the course and surrounding area are kept in a condition that befits the name ‘Heaven’s Reflex” Night Shots for Killarney Camera Club A n o t h e r competition night for Killarney Club members themed “Night Shots” displayed the outstanding talent of its members, a total of 42 images were submitted. All images can be viewed on the website Billy Horan - Venus & The Milky Way Rise Over Kenmare. www.killarneycameraclub.ie. Well done to everybody who took part. The winners are as follows: Unrestricted Category 1st Billy Horan - Venus and the Milky Way Over. 2nd Terry MacSweeney - Abbey Window. 3rd Marek Hajdasz - Bright Lights. Novice Category 1st Nikki Foley - Midnight Abbey. 2nd Chris Slattery - St Mary’s. 3rd Keith Johnson - Gougane Beara. The next meeting is on 17th April when Photographer Norman McCloskey will be our guest speaker. Norman is a professional photographer based in Kenmare. The door is always open to new members at the camera club for those who share their passion for photography, regardless of level of experience or knowledge. Now is your chance to take up a new and very rewarding hobby. The group meet every fortnight on Thursday night, at the Heights Hotel from 7.30pm in the Conference Room, First Floor. www.killarneycameraclub. ie for more details or contact Killarney Camera Club Secretary on 877 655 561 or via [email protected] Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Killarney Outlook 11.04.14 9 News Desk Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] Nathan’s Walk for Pieta House launched The family of a young Killarney boy who died tragically six years ago have launched the 2014 Darkness into Light Walk. Denis and Marie Carroll were joined by family, friends and over 80 supporters at the Dromhall Hotel on Monday night last. Joan Freeman, CEO of suicide and self-harm crisis centre Pieta House was on hand to officially luanch Nathan’s Walk/ Darkness into Light Killarney with Electric Ireland for 2014. The walk, which will take place on Saturday, 10th of May, Darkness into Light is a unique, early morning fundraising event which begins in darkness at 4.15am as thousands of people walk or run a 5km route while dawn is breaking. This is the fourth year that Killarney will host Nathan’s Walk/ Darkness into Light, and the walk will set off from The Gleneagle Hotel car park. The committee members are also very grateful to the huge number of local councillors and TD’s who showed their At the official launch of Pieta House, Darkness into Light Walk at the Dromhall Hotel were Denis & Marie O’Carroll, pictured support in attending the event including with friends, supporters and representatives from Pieta House. Mayor Paddy Courtney. They were Picture Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan 087 391 4808 accompanied by local parish priest, Fr. 39 locations including international walks in aims to reduce male suicide in Ireland. They are Kieran O’Brien, and Kevin Ryan representing London and Sydney, Pieta House is hoping for a asking participants to bring a male friend or Darkness into Light’s sponsor Electric Ireland. family member with them on the walk – it could Darkness into Light 2013 attracted 40,000 near doubling of last year’s turnout. This year, Pieta House is linking Darkness into be a friend, brother, father or work colleague. participants in 20 locations around Ireland. With this year’s event taking place in an incredible Light with their Mind Our Men campaign which Glenflesk give it some Wellie!!!! The people of Kerry are being asked to put on their wellies to help smash the Guinness World Record on Sunday May 11th as one small G.A.A Club in East Kerry is attempting to break The World Guinness Book of Records for the Largest Welly Run. The current record for the Largest Welly Run involved 1,976 participants and was achieved by the City of Ketchikan (USA) in Ketchikan, Alaska, USA, on 18 May 2013. Glenflesk G.A.A Club are calling on all people and clubs across the County and surrounding area to come together and help bring this record to Kerry and Ireland. To coincide with this event, Rentokil Initial, the main event sponsors, will unveil Ireland’s first ‘PopUp Pestaurant’. At the one day event Rentokil will be serving up an array of exotic cuisine including edible insects such as Salted Weaver Ants, BBQ Mole Crickets and Chocolate-dipped Worms to celebrate the hard work that goes into keeping Irish pests under control. The one kilometre walk starts at the Brehon Hotel in Killarney at 12 noon sharp on May 11th, and ends near the Gleneagle Hotel. Registration on the day will be open from 10.15am – 11.30am in the INEC Box Office. Entry costs €5 for adults, €20 for a family, and will be led by none other than Nathan Carter himself along with some other well-known surprise celebrities on the day. 10 11.04.14 Residents meeting The Killarney Tralee Road Development Group will hold their Residents Meeting on Monday April 14th at 8pm sharp at the Killarney Court Hotel and all Residents are Welcome. The group are also looking for support for the Area Clean Up tomorrow, Saturday 12th led by Cllr. John Sheahan. Committee members include - Eileen Moynihan-Hon Secretary, Donie Doody Vice Chairman, Pat Moriarty Vice Chairman, Kathleen O’Regan-Sheppard Chairman. ICA AGM Muckross ICA will hold the AGM of their guild on Monday next April 14th 2014 at 7.45pm in Loughguittane National School. All are very welcome. Enquiries to Claire at 087-6111749. Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Killarney Outlook 11.04.14 11 News Desk Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] LEE STRAND LAUNCHES ONE DIRECTION CAMPAIGN FOR CUSTOMERS! Do you want to attend the gig of the year………… then Lee Strand are in your corner. Customers of Lee Strand will have the chance of winning five pairs of tickets for One Direction’s sold out concert on Friday, May 23rd. Each of the five lucky winners will receive two seated tickets which is great news for the younger One Direction fans, as there is no age restriction on these tickets. Over the next five weeks a weekly winner will be selected every Friday and customers of Lee Strand can enter the competition as many times as they like each week. To enter simply collect 10 Mighty Mikey Milk mascots featured on the side of Lee Strand milk 1 Litre cartons or 2.5 Litre plastic bottle sleeves. Send your name, address and telephone number with your ten mascots to: One Direction Competition, Lee Strand, Ballymullen, Tralee, Co. Kerry. The closing date for the five One Direction draws are as follows: Draw 1: Thursday, April 17th at 5pm; Draw 2: Thursday, April 24th at 5pm; Draw 3: Thursday, May 1st, at 5pm; Draw 4: Thursday, May 8th at 5pm; Draw 5: Thursday, Rachel Griffin, Orla O’Connor, Shonagh Griffin, Rachel Creedon, Nicole Walker, at the Launch of Lee Strand’s One Direction Campaign, five pairs of tickets to be won for One Direction’s sold out concert in Croke Park, on Friday, May 23rd, 2014. Photo By : Domnick Walsh / Eye Focus LTD © Tralee Phone Mobile 087 / 2672033 L/Line 066 71 22 981 May 15th at 5pm. The five weekly winners will be contacted each Friday morning and all winners will also be announced on www.facebook. com/leestrandmilk. For further details on the One Direction campaign please visit www. leestrand.ie or telephone 066 7121084. “Lee Strand is delighted to offer our customers the opportunity to win tickets to One Direction. Tickets for the event were sold out in minutes and we are pleased to give our customers five more chances to get their hands on a pair of seated tickets for the concert,” said John O’Sullivan, General Manager, Lee Strand. St. Paul’s host Basketball Camp A LIMITED number of places are still available on the St Pauls Basketball Club Easter camp that will take place in Killarney Sports and Leisure Centre from Tuesday April 15th to Thursday April 17th inclusive. Now in its fourth year, it promises to be a quality basketball camp due to the calibre of top coaches and high profile basketball names that are involved in it. The presence of these top level coaches in Killarney is a huge attraction for budding young basketballers and presents them with a great opportunity to develop their skills. The camp is open to boys and girls from 8 to 18 years of age and everybody taking part in the camp will benefit from a total of 12 hours basketball coaching over the three days as well as receiving a complimentary t-shirt. The morning sessions of the camp from 9.00 AM to 1.00 PM will cater for all participants up to and including U-11. Those in the over 11 age group and teenagers up to 18 will be catered for in the afternoon sessions from 2.00 PM to 6.00 PM. However siblings can be accommodated if parents want to keep them together or to suit travel arrangements. The cost for each participant is €60 euro each and for the second child in the same family, the cost is €50 euro. Family rates are also available. Further information about the camp, application forms and sponsorship cards are available from the following contacts in St Pauls Basketball Club; Tricia O’Shea 086 6057679 and Jean Courtney : 086 1994378. A group of U-12 and U-14 St. Paul’s players at a training session this week before they look forward to the end of season Easter camp in the Killarney Sports and Leisure Centre from April 15th to 17th. Picture: Eamonn .Keogh ( MacMonagle, Killarney 12 11.04.14 Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Property outlook 11.04.14 13 News Desk Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] Gooch painting to tour Kerry Libraries The launch of an extraordinary expression of public philanthropy takes place in Killarney Library on Tuesday next, April 15th. Colm Cooper (the Gooch) will be guest of honour at the event which sees Dr. Jim O’Sullivan hand over a painting by Artist Paul Downey to the public. Dr. O’Sullivan first saw the painting at ‘Split Second’, an exhibition of paintings by Paul Downey at the Frank Lewis Gallery Killarney, last autumn and was hugely impressed by the title painting, a huge - 120cms x 102 cms - canvas, showing Colm Cooper (the Gooch) high in the air back-handing the ball past mesmerised Cork defenders into the Cork goal. As the title of the picture suggests, this was ‘The Opening of the Floodgates’. Kerry went on to score a further 2 – 13 in this first ever meeting of Cork and Kerry in an All-Ireland Final in 2007. “If we had lost it would have cancelled out all of our Munster final wins over all the years,” was the quip of GAA commentator Micheal O Muircheartaigh. Downey’s painting captures all of the atmosphere of the historic occasion. Cooper’s athleticism, craft and skill. The awesome amphitheatre that is Croke Park on occasions like this. The layer on layer of rivetted faces intently following the action. Artist Paul Downey has carved a unique niche for the sense of power and speed in his sport paintings particularly of football, hurling, horse racing and rugby. “I thought this was an iconic painting that should be kept in the public arena”, Jim O’Sullivan felt the painting should be seen by as many people as possible. “Anyway how could you possibly show a picture like that in a private house?” So he bought the picture and then worked on how to ensure it will be seen by the largest Kerry audience. Over the next three years it will be shown in various Kerry libraries beginning in Killarney. Kerry County Librarian Tommy O’Connor says “we are honoured to tour this very important picture throughout Kerry and we are very grateful to Jim O’Sullivan for making it possible.” Then, Minister for the Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Jimmy Deenhan, has indicated that ‘Opening the Floodgates’ will be shown in Killarney House when the €10 million refurbishment and extension there has been completed. The final resting place of the painting will be in the proposed Kerry GAA & Cultural Museum in the Fitzgerald Stadium in Killarney. Opening the Floodgates 2007 by Paul Downey. Property outlook Through the Keyhole…. A pictorial look at Killarney properties on the market 1 River Drive, Castledrum, Castlemaine. Agent: PROPERTY PARTNERS GALLIVAN l Guide Price: a250,000 14 11.04.14 College Square, Killarney l 064 66 34177 Auctioneers who would like to feature on “Through the Keyhole” contact Des on 087-6593427. Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Property outlook Pensions Do you have a pension? If so there is some very important information that you need to know about your pension, such as.... What is the present value of my pension? What funds is my pension invested in? Who manages my pension and how much am I being charged to manage my pension? These are just some of the important questions you need to know the answers to. You need this information in order to compare your pension to what is available in the market place today from pension companies who may be able to get you a better return for your money and therefore getting you a higher lump sum and income on retirement. So whether your pension is from an ex employer, you were self employed in the past or are self employed now it is very important that you have your pension reviewed and assessed by an independent advisor now. For more information or to make an appointment to discuss the above contact Dermot Cronin APA, at 064 6622775, 087 2893649 or [email protected] 11.04.14 15 News Desk Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] victory for squash team donovan The penultimate squash competition of the season paired Connie Doyle’s charges with those of Johnny Donovan. As this was the last team event until next September a sizeable crowd had gathered to watch the Aquila Club sponsored event. First up, we had Keith Cronin and Ray O’Callaghan with the former taking a 3-1 victory for team Donovan. It didn’t take long for Niall O’Meara to level the match at one apiece as he managed to get the better of Noreen Buckley in a very closely fought affair. This was followed with another straight forward victory when Kieran O’Mahony beat Eamonn McKenna 3-1 leaving Johnny’s team one game ahead overall. Seán Morris was due to play Tom Fitzgibbon but a warm weather training camp had him out of the country thus handing Fitzgibbon a walkover and effectively ending the contest overall. The concluding game of the night was between team skippers, Doyle and Donovan. Spectators looked on with t the presentation of prizes of the Gleneagle Squash Club monthly competition sponsored by The Aquila Club were front from renewed interest as the hard-running all A left, Keith Cronin, Noreen Buckley, Eoin Horan, Aquila Club, Johnny Donovan, captain of winning team, Kieran O’Mahony and action game of Doyle came up against the Tom Fitzgibbon. Second row from left are Mike Crowley, Martin Brett, Eamon McKenna, Connie Doyle, Liam Shine, Niall O’Mara, finesse, poise and experience of Donovan. Bernice Enright and Mary O’Callaghan. Back from left are Tony Mackey, Cathal O’Grady, Donal O’Sullivan, Despite throwing the kitchen sink at him, Ger Foley, Mike O’Donoghue, Kevin Smith and Ray O’Callaghan Picture: Eamonn Keogh (MacMonagle, Killarney). Connie didn’t have enough to keep Johnny for keeping the courts in tip top shape. April attempts to level the playing field. As always, at bay and the old hand emerged victorious sees the last squash competition of the season be sure to pop into the Aquila Club if you’d like on a scoreline of 3-1 giving him and his team take place and will be sure to throw up some to try your hand at squash. the March victory. Many thanks to the Aquila surprises as the American scoring system Everyone Welcome!!! Club for sponsoring the competition and also Skillnets host seminar Kerry business owners explore financing options at business seminar. Kerry business owners can improve their chances of securing investment or lending by investing in themselves. Kerry business owners gathered in Killarney last week to attend a business seminar hosted by ManagementWorks, in association with South Kerry Skillnet, Rural Food Skillnet and Southwest Gnó Skillnet. A panel of SME Finance experts addressed the topic of “Financing Your Business - Know Your Options”. Three key messages came through from all the presentations. Know your business Know your options Upskill or get help 11.04.14 Next KWOTE (Killarney Women’s Organisation for training and empowerment) monthly meeting is on Wednesday 16th April at 8pm in the Killarney Heights Hotel. Guest speaker is Noreen Browne Killarney Healing Therapies on Reflexology & Homeopathy. Members €3 Non Members €5. GAA and Samaritans team Wayne Murphy Sellr8r. Peter Walley The Discovery Partnership, Lorna Coleman Mirco-Finance Irl., and John Moriarty Rural Food Skillnet at the Information Seminar for SME’s organised by South Kerry Skillnet, Management Works, Rural Food Skillnet and South West Gno Skillnet at The Brehon Hotel, Killarney on Thursday. ManagementWorks used the occasion to promote a new government-funded programme for business owners, managers and sole traders to help them to build their financial capability. The “Building Financial Capability in SMEs” programme available from ManagementWorks is a new measure under the Action Plan for Jobs 2014. Participants will receive subsidised training and one-to-one mentoring from a team of independent SME Finance experts. The programme is being rolled out nationwide and is available in Kerry in May 2014. It will be followed by another highly subsidised programme from ManagementWorks, the Business Growth programme. 16 KWOTE gathering The GAA and Samaritans have come together to offer greater emotional support for people who are struggling to cope across the 32 counties. The announcement is the first of a series of initiatives the GAA will be undertaking this year to make sure its members have access to emotional support in these challenging times. For Samaritans, working with the country’s largest sporting and community organisation offers the opportunity to extend its important work even further across the country and into every parish on the island of Ireland. The partnership aims to encourage people who are going through a difficult time to seek help, while also tackling the stigma associated with mental health problems. In doing so, both organisations hope that people will access the round the clock support provided by Samaritans. Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Killarney Outlook 11.04.14 17 News Desk Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] Daffodil Day Products raise €1,076 at Killarney Outlook Following on from their fantastic street collection on March 28th, members of the Killarney and South Kerry branch of the Irish Cancer Society were at the offices of Killarney Outlook this week to collect a cheque from the proceeds of the Daffodil Day products that were on sale at the Outlook office for the month of March. At the presentation of a cheque for €1,076.00 from the proceeds of Daffodil Day products sold at the Killarney Outlook office A total of €676 was collected from the sale are from left Aisling Crosbie (Editor of the Killarney Outlook), Lisa O’Shea (Senior Graphic Designer, Killarney Outlook), Pat of the Irish Cancer Society products and Walsh (Outlook Magazines and Walsh Colour Print), Kathrina Breen (Secretary/Treasurer Killarney and South Kerry Irish ancer Society), with Eugene O’Sullivan (Chairman) & Tim Moriarty (Irish Cancer Society committee). added to this was a donation from Outlook C Picture Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan 087 391 4808 Magazines and Walsh Colour Print of €400 to make up the grand total of €1,076. every March in the future. up with the idea to sell the products at the The society were delighted to add to their Chairperson of the group, Eugene O’Sullivan Killarney Outlook Office. street collection of almost €25,000 and plan to thanked everyone involved and especially Lisa have their shop at the Killarney Outlook offices O’Shea, Senior Graphic Designer who came DON’T FORGET THE COUNTY CLEAN UP TAKES PLACE TOMORROW SAT APRIL 12TH Volunteers pictured at Volunteers are asked to Daly’s Supervalu at 8am. last years County gather at the Upper Clean Up. Well done to Lough Lein Anglers Association for their litter Car Park in clean up of the Valley Shore in Killarney National Park. Most of this litter, plastic and glass bottles comes from the Flesk River catchment and ends up on the shoreline of the Lower Lake. The shame in this dumping is that 95% of this material is recyclable. Inch Beach County Clean Up takes place tomorrow 12th April at 11am. All volunteers welcome. 18 11.04.14 New GoKerry Team to hit the roads of Kerry GoKerry extends its organisation in promoting Kerry as Ireland’s most vibrant tourism destination. Caroline Boland recently appointed as Manager of GoKerry has brought on board Louise Langan as Manager with responsibility for Sales and Marketing. These new appointments together with a new team of Tourism Coordinators has brought new energy to GoKerry. ‘We are delighted to have the opportunity to develop GoKerry as the marketing arm for Kerry’ says Ms. Boland, ‘The new team will continue supporting communities, individuals and businesses in Kerry, emphasising the grassroots concept behind GoKerry’. The GoKerry website is a one stop destination for everything in Kerry encompassing accommodation, restaurants, activities in addition to highlighting festivals and events, special offers, directions and a directory of local businesses and services. Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Killarney Outlook 11.04.14 19 Picture parade Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] Luke O’Neill Lissivigeen NS on his communion day with his godfather Pat Chawke (left) and Dad Pat O’Neill (right) and at the back Marie Chawke (left) with his Mum Geraldine O’Neill (right). Picture Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan 087 391 4808 Con Stack (centre) of Lissivigeen NS who celebrated his communion on Saturday. Pictured here with his family L-R Marie O’Keeffe, Eva Stack, Con Stack Jnr, Daithí Stack and Con Stack Snr. Picture Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan 087 391 4808 Jasmine Howard (centre) who made her communion on Saturday. Pictured here with her Dad Henry and Mum Eileen at a family reception hosted by Lissivigeen National School. Picture Marie Carroll O’Sullivan 087 391 4808 Aidan Cronin Tieraboul NS (seated centre) with his parents Sheila & Ger Cronin on communion day. Aidan is pictured here at the Dromhall Hotel with his family and friends. Picture Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan 087 391 4808 his Last Sunday in Limerick, the Kilcummin Gaa Club added another chapter to their proud record in Scor when their Senior Set Dancers claimed the much coveted Munster Title against strong opposition from the rest Of Munster, dancing the Cavan Reel, they performed heroically under the Stewardship of Coach Philip O’Connor the group now go forward to compete in the All Ireland Final in Castlebar on Saturday 25th April. The team are now in the process of raising funds to assist with the costs of the All-Ireland Final and are holding a table quiz on Easter Monday night in the Kilcummin Gaa Clubhouse, at 8-30pm. Pictured are front from left: Jean Counihan, Marguerite O’Connor, Margaret O’Sullivan, Marie Sheehan, Noreen O’Sullivan, Aileen Moriarty Cultural Officer. Back from left: Willie Fleming Club Chairman, David O’Riordan, Timmy Lane, Colin O’Riordan, Niall Crowley. Philip O’Connor Coach If you have a picture you would like to publish Email to: 20 11.04.14 [email protected] Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Killarney Outlook 11.04.14 21 Picture parade Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] crowds flock to reens for peugeot rally day The staff of Reens Rathmore pictured here with the Peugeot 208 T16 at Peugeot Rally Day with Driver Craig Breen and Co Driver Scott Martin. L-R Helen Williams, John Reen, Johnny Reen, Cecilia Reen & Timmy Reen. Enjoying the Peugeot Rally Day at Reens in Rathmore were the O’Keeffe’s L-R Cathal, Kieran, Grace & Darragh with the Peugeot 208 T16 car. At the Peugeot Rally Day at Reens Rathmore, the owner of the original Peugeot 205 T16, Pat Horan (right) with his daughter Noelle (left). An excited Evan O’Sullivan meets his hero Craig Breen, Peugeot Rally Ace at Peugeot Rally Day at Reens of Rathmore, pictured here with the original Peugot 205 T16. Driver & Co Driver, Craig Breen & Scott Martin, Peugeot Rally Ace, with the Peugeot 208 T16 at Rally Day, Reens of Rathmore. At the Peugeot Rally Day at Reens Rathmore, the owner of the original Peugeot 205 T16, Pat Horan (right) with Craig Breen, Peugeot Rally Ace (left) l 22 11.04.14 Pictures by Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan 087 391 4808 l Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Killarney Outlook 11.04.14 23 News Desk Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] All set for the Hospice Foundation Walk The Killarney Branch of the Kerry Hospice Foundation will once again be stepping out for a good cause on Good Friday 18th April. Registration will take place at The Garden Restaurant at Muckross House from 9.30p.m. There is no registration fee but there will be a bucket collection on the day. The walk will start at Muckross house and proceed, via Dinis, along a section of the Torc trail before returning to Muckross House, a distance of 8km approx. The walk is now dedicated to the memory of the late Vivien O’Shea, Tralee Road. Marshals will be on duty at National Park exit and re entry points to assist walkers crossing the public road. For walkers with young children, buggies etc., a suggested route would be from Muckross House to Brickeen Bridge and return, a distance of 6km approx. This event has proved popular in previous years and the group are hopeful of another big turnout this year. Kerry Hospice provides a wide range of palliative care services throughout Kerry. The group have recently received permission to construct a 15 bed inpatient unit on the grounds of Kerry General Hospital. It is due to open in early 2016 at a cost of €5.5 million. There will be a raffle for a M&S Voucher for €100 on the day and tickets will be on sale for €1 each. The branch would like to take this opportunity The late Vivien O’Shea. to thank you all for your support and wish all a pleasant and enjoyable walk on the day. Students stage art exhibition Killarney Community College provides Adult Education to approximately 1000 students on a yearly basis. This time it was the art, digital photography and drawing and sketching students who took centre stage at our annual exhibition at the school. The Exhibition took place on Tuesday 1st April. The students produced works of art that demonstrated a depth and wealth of talent that must surely have made tutors Amélie Gagne (Acrylics), Mary Sheehan (Drawing & Sketching) and Terry MacSweeney (Digital photography) very Phil Duffy pictured with some of her own work. proud indeed. This year the Acrylics Class under the tutorship of Amélie Gagne produced a collective mosaic which they presented to the Kerry Early Intervention Services Countess Grove Killarney on the night. Participants included Noreen O’Riordan, Geraldine O’Keeffe Lyne, Maireád Kerrisk, Libby Buckley, Maireád McCurtain, Breda O’Leary, Phyl Duffy, Amélie Gagné (tutor), Breda Murphy, Sheila Daly, Aine Walsh and Debbie O’Sullivan. Food Bank set to open in Tralee A food bank aimed at helping families struggling to make ends-meet is to open in Tralee before the end of the year. The first of its kind outside the capital, the food bank will be located in a warehouse near the town. Supermarkets in the Kerry will donate out of date or damaged food and this will be distributed to needy families in the Kerry area. Chocolate Bunnies on the hop at Killarney Outlook With close on 600 entries. Outlook Magazines Easter Colouring Competition is proving to be one of our most popular ever – and when the lucky winners receive their prize they are going to be jumping with joy. Lir Chocolates are sponsoring the prizes in our Easter Colouring Competition and the prize comes in the shape of a 2.5 foot Chocolate Bunny. Three lucky winners, one from each of the Outlook publications in Kerry, the Killarney Outlook, the Tralee Outlook and the Sliabh Luachra Outlook will receive a Lir Chocolate Bunny. What better way to enjoy your Easter break than to indulge your taste buds with Lir’s delicious award winning chocolate. Easter is also a special time for families and Lir have everyone covered with a sophsticated egg for that special person in your life right through to fun filled eggs for the kids. Lir have opened a Factory Outlet Store on High Street (opp. Pennys) in Killarney where they stock a fantastic range of Easter products so why Colin is March winner Colin O’ Connor is the lucky winner of the March Giveaway at McCarthy Insurance Group. ‘McCarthy Insurance Group have been giving all their personal lines customers, both new and renewal, the opportunity to win back their premium every month in 2014. All policyholders renewing or taking out a new Car, Van or Home policy will be entered into 24 11.04.14 a draw to win their premium back. The draws will take place on the last working day of the month. The policyholder will be notified and the results posted on our website (www.mig. ie), Facebook and Twitter. Colin is pictured receiving his cheque from branch manager Margaret O’ Gorman of MIG. not pop in and treat yourself. The winners will be announced in the Easter Edition of the Killarney Outlook. Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Killarney Outlook With eight weeks remaining before the Junior and Leaving Certificate Examinations get underway on Wednesday, 4th June, candidates can face up to these exams with considerable optimism. Results achieved in the state exams continue to be very impressive and the present generation of young people is well able to successfully negotiate the hurdle of exams. In addition, places in further and higher education courses are very plentiful at the moment. At this stage, it looks as if there will be more places available than there will be applicants to take up these places, While employment opportunities for school leavers are still scarce there are positive signs that the green shoots of economic recovery are beginning to sprout. Nevertheless, if the trend of previous years continues, the vast majority of Leaving Certificate Examination candidates will continue in education as the changing nature of work means that employers are looking for staff with qualifications at degree or post-graduate level. The stigma of failure is long gone from the state exams. There was a time when failure in Irish meant overall failure. Thankfully, those days are far behind us. Every candidate’s performance is now acknowledged by individual certification. The State Examinations Commission (SEC) also provides a range of exam supports, known as “reasonable accommodations,” for candidates with physical, visual, hearing and learning difficulties in order to remove, as far as possible, the impact of the disability on the candidate’s performance in the exams. This enlightened “reasonable accommodations” facility ensures that no candidate for the state exams is disadvantaged because of a disability. Despite the criticisms that have been levelled at the state exams, they have stood the test of time and they provide the Irish economy with one of the best educated workforces in the western world. Both Junior and Leaving Certificate Examinations are arguably regarded as an impartial, unbiased and comprehensive test of each candidate’s level of achievement. The vast majority of candidates can be fairly certain that they will do well in the state exams. A large number of them will achieve results that are considerably above average. Despite all the hype about exam pressure, all that is required is a cool head, a positive attitude, optimum use of the remaining weeks, good personal and time management, plenty of nutritious food, rest and a programme of exercise to burn off any excess stress. Approach the exams with confidence, do your best during the remaining weeks and at the actual exams. Then forget about them and enjoy the summer. Exams should be kept in perspective. They are just another hurdle on the fascinating journey through life; a hurdle which thousands of candidates negotiate very successfully year after year. As we approach Easter there is widespread relief that the oral and practical exams have been safely negotiated. The holiday period gives the exam candidate an ideal opportunity to step back and take stock of the situation. The written papers now become the focus of attention. Some students will do revision courses during Easter. Revision courses are fine for students who have the work done or who, perhaps, want to touch up one or two subjects where they may have some areas of difficulty. The revision courses tend to cover the entire course and enable students to test their knowledge against the course content. But for students, who use these revision courses as a crutch or a substitute for hard work, the investment of time and money may not have the desired effect. There is little or no advantage to a student in accumulating reams of notes, which might only add to the confusion. In the next article, I’ll give you some advice on how to make the most of the last term before next June’s exams. Billy Ryle is a Career Guidance Counsellor and freelance writer. 11.04.14 25 youth zone Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] No Limbs – No Limits at Cinema Killarney No Limbs – No Limits, the Joanne O’Riordan story is in cinemas nationwide from today Friday 11th April. Cork native Joanne O’Riordan was born with an extremely rare syndrome known as ‘Total Amelia’, which essentially means she doesn’t have any arms or legs. While this affliction might be seen as a constant hurdle to be overcome in life, Joanne’s overwhelmingly positive outlook on life and constant cheery disposition display a young woman who has not let her situation Success for Kerry student The National Final of the County Enterprise Boards’ Student Enterprise Awards was held on the 2 April in Croke Park and the overall third prize in the Senior Category was awarded to “Steindesign” from Community College Castleisland with a project consisting of the production of an easy-coil storage system for Christmas lights and other wire products. Tomás Hayes, CEO of Kerry County Enterprise Board, stated that “I am delighted and thrilled with the success of Castleisland Community College in securing third place in this prestigious national award. The student Christian Steinborn deserves great credit. His project consists of an easy to use storage system for Christmas lights and other wire products prone to tangling such as electric fencing. His dedicated teachers Grace O’Sullivan and Veronica O’Hanlon and his mentor Maeve Townsend deserve huge credit. I also thank my colleagues Margaret Murphy and Deirdre Moynihan who put huge work into this initiative each year.” The students progressed through the establishment of a mini company which Pieta House, Darkness Into Light Walk will take place on Saturday 10th May in Killarney. Pictured here at The Dromhall Hotel for the offical launch were L-R Kieran Brady (Pieta House), Kevin, Aoife & Sheila O’Donoghue, Marie Peelo (Pieta House) & Denis O’Carroll Picture Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan 087 391 4808 Miriam Hornauer Deutschmobil Co Ordinator fifth from left with 5th Year pupils from St Brendan’s College Oisin Treacy, Toby Brosnan, Donal Lyne, Sophie Muller Deutschmobil and teacher Susan Follin at St Brendan’s College, Killarney on Thursday. The Deutschmobil sponsored by Audi is a collaboration between German Connects, The Gorthe Institut and the German Embassy to promote the learning of German in schools and has spent the last seven months visiting schools all around the Country. The students were given the opportunity to take part in this initiative which aims to show the fun aspect of language through games, film and quizzes. 26 11.04.14 bring her down in any way. Directed by her brother Steven O’Riordan, No Limbs No Limits takes a look at the life of Joanne, how her syndrome has affected her and her immediate family, but more than that, it takes a look at life and how a little willpower is all that’s needed to overcome something. No Limbs No Limits is on at 7pm each night at Cinema Killarney. Rating PG. trades over a period of a number of months. An exciting and rewarding programme, students get to experience the realities of entrepreneurship from developing a business idea to producing a product, researching the market, promoting the business and managing the books. Over 17,000 students from 370 schools participated nationally in the Awards this year. The competition promotes business idea development and business structure, sourcing of finance, marketing/sales and the presentation of a formal business plan. Students at Killarney Community College pictured with the 6 Nations Cup, which was recently in the hands of Brian O’Driscoll and co... Included are: Front L - R: Conor Courtney, Stephen McCarthy, Shane Courtney, Adam Brosnan, Mark Stack, Donnacha O’Sullivan, Ryan Casey, David Spillane, Alan O’Riordan. Middle Row: L - R: Mr. Jer O’Sullivan (Teacher), Adrian Cronin, Alex Graham, Eoin Fitzgerald, Conor McCarthy, Conor Harrington, Aidan Fleming, David O’Sullivan, Shane Howe, Brogan Edmonds, Ms. Stella Loughnane (Deputy Principal). Back Row: L - R: Conor Cronin,, Jamie Lynch, Lorcan Howe, Robert Cussen, Daniel O’Sullivan, Chris O’Connell, Gavin Lyne, John Murhill, Kevin Brosnan, Michael Kearney, Chris Carey, Eoin O’Meara, Stephen Nagle Moriarty, Kyle Heffernan, Chris Scully, Adam O’Brien, Zachery Dwyer. The second year boys team from Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra, Rathmore who won the AllIreland ‘A’ basketball play-offs in Tullamore at the weekend and they will go on to play Malahide CS in the All Ireland ‘A’ League on 9th May. Back: Shane O’Sullivan, Conlan O’Leary, Paul Cremin, Sean J O’leary, Hugh Cronin, Alan O’Sullivan, Damien Cronin, Michael O’Sullivan, Timmy O’Connor. Front: Sean Clifford, Jack Cremin,Florence Donnelly,Brian Brosnan (capt) Michael Mahoney, Cathal Collins,Padraig Dillane. Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Killarney Outlook 11.04.14 27 political outlook If you would like to feature on Political Outlook contact Des on 087 6593427 MOLONEY WELCOMES FUNDING Labour Senator Marie Moloney has welcomed the news from Minister for Education and Skills, Ruairí Quinn T.D., who has provided €60,000 to support the delivery of anti-bulling training sessions for parents. “As a parent and as a Senator who has raised the issue several times in the Seanad, I appreciate the need for extra resources to educate and inform parents when it comes to bullying.” “This will be money well spent in my opinion based on the success of last year’s training sessions. Over 90% of parents who attended the training sessions last year said that they felt more confident in supporting their child with a bullying KILLARNEY TOWN COUNCIL MEETING At this months meeting of Killarney Town Council, Cllr. Cathal Walshe called for microchip tagging of dogs as is the case in Northern Ireland. he wants the government to introduce legislation to bring it into effect. On a local level he wants the council to ask the H.S.E. to reintroduce chiropody services to Killarney as existed in the past. Also at Monday Nights Town Council Meeting Cllr. Sean Counihan called for the reversal of the Universal Social Charge, to the income of People. This measure was introduced by the Last ACTION ON AUTISM Cllr Tom Doherty is calling on Killarney Town Council To shine a blue light on our civic building to highlight the Autism awareness campaign for the month of April.Autism is a neuro-developmental disorder that affects the development of the brain in areas of social interaction and communication and is marked by severe difficulties in communicating and forming relationships with people. The difficulties at the moment relate to the need for staff and resources across the network of Kerry’s early intervention disability service. Access is needed in the service areas of Occupation therapists, speech and language therapist and physiotherapists. The latest figures nationally tell us that there are 15,776 children with special needs waiting months for basic initial assessment from a HSE speech and language therapists.I have meet parents who cannot even access private speech Government and is one of the Singular Austerity Measures to affect the incomes of the majority of people, the removal of the USC would help to stimulate the domestic economy, and give a welcome boost to workers who have had to endure a pay freeze over the last number of years. When the last Government introduced this charge they said it was a temporary measure. Before there are any future talks on Wage Agreements I am calling on this Government to remove the Universal Social Charge and restore the value of work to the Economy and its people. and language therapists. This early intervention should be the first step as part of a continuous support system right up to adulthood. Unfortunately this concept seems to be very disjointed at the moment.There are even difficulties trying to get on a waiting list to access services. Equality is all about supporting those who have more challenges in live from a young age then that of the needs of the general populatio The application process for medical cards should be streamlined to support the individuals who clearly have daily challenges in their life from a young age. Those who have more challenges in live from a young age then that of the needs of the general population. The application process for medical cards should be streamlined to support families and the individuals who clearly have daily challenges in their life from a young age. John O’Shea Calls on HSE for Ambulance Cover Kerry County Council candidate, John O’Shea is calling on the HSE to ensure there is adequate ambulance cover for the Killarney area across the busy bank holiday weekends ahead. “It has been brought to my attention that the influx of visitors across these exceptionally busy weekends means that services will be stretched to their absolute limit. More people means more traffic, busier roads and more call outs for the ambulance service,” says Kerry Country Council Candidate, John O’Shea. “Killarney is founded on welcoming people to our town, but it is imperative that both visitors and locals alike have the safety of full emergency services cover. It’s just not good enough that the existing system is playing lottery with lives and that people are in danger 28 11.04.14 having no ambulance cover.” “Killarney’s population swells enormously during the busy tourist season and I am calling on the HSE to take this into account when assigning cover for the area.” Mr. O’Shea also believes strongly that the rates collected from Killarney businesses should be spent on services and projects in the Killarney area. “The rates collected in Killarney were always paid to Killarney Town Council which ensured that this money was spent on improvements in the town. However, the disbandment of Killarney Town Council means these rates will now be paid to Kerry County Council and can potentially be spent anywhere in the county,” says Mr. O’Shea. issue following the session. Likewise, over 90% said they felt more confident engaging with their school if a bullying issue arose with their child.” “The anti-bulling training sessions take place nationwide and I would urge all parents to attend a session in their locality and empower themselves in dealing with the issue.” Work commences at Ballintourig Bridge Cllr John Sheahan raised the issue of the damaged wall at the Ballintourig Bridge, Scartaglin at a recent Council meeting. This wall was damaged and a large section fell into the stream running underneath the bridge. Cllr. John Sheahan has stated that this is a H&S issue for all who travel this route. Vehicles are in danger of going off the road at this location as a large section of the parapet wall has fallen. Cllr. Sheahan has welcomed the news that work has commenced this week and having personally viewed the bridge he would like to thank Padraig Teahan, KCC Engineer, Breda Mulryan, KCC Area Engineer, Patsy Breen, Foreman and all the team working on it. HEALY-RAES WELCOME FUNDING FOR BARRADUFF PROJECT Deputy Michael Healy-Rae and Cllr Danny Healy-Rae welcome the sum of €10,000 to be provided by Kerry County Council for the Barraduff Community Field Project. This funding is very important to the project and is most welcomed by the greater Barraduff community. €3.7 million investment for Rathmore Niall Kelleher, Rathmore businessman and local election candidate has warmly welcomed the €3.7 million investment announced for the Cadbury facility in Rathmore. The announcement from the parent company (Mondelez International), was greeted with great joy in Rathmore and the wider area. “The news has been greeted with delight in my home community of Rathmore. I’ve been speaking to some of the 86 employees since the investment was announced and this is a great boost to them and their colleagues. The Cadbury facility has been part of our community in Rathmore almost 66 years and it an integral part of the infrastructure in our town” said Niall Kelleher. Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] political outlook 11.04.14 29 political outlook Water quality at Lough Guitane At the April 2014 Killarney Area Meeting of Kerry County Council, Councillor Michael Gleeson asked Kerry County Council the following question: Of what quality is the water in the vitally important Lough Guitane and also in the River Finnow? Kerry County Council stated that the results for Lough Guitane indicate a lake of Oligiotropic status, which means that it is of the best possible quality being unpolluted or of low nutrient status. Councillor Gleeson stated that this finding is of vital importance as the water from the lake serves a large part of County Kerry. The latest results from the River Finnow, however, exhibits water of slightly polluted status and does not comply with the water framework directive standard. Investigative monitoring conducted during 2012 in the area has found no evidence of agricultural pollution. Kerry County Council committed to continue to seek the source of the river’s unwelcome pollution. Minister Deenihan welcomes grant Jimmy Deenihan T.D. Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht welcomed the announcement that a grant of €1,363,000 has been awarded to Kerry County Council by his colleague Alan Kelly, Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport under the Active Travel Town’s Programme 2014-2016. Greeting the approval, Minister Deenihan said: “This is a welcome announcement. This programme will improve cycling infrastructure within Tralee. Not only will it improve cycling connections to and from schools, it will also aid traffic calming measures in the town. I hope that work can begin on this project as soon as possible”. This proposal plans for cycle-ways, speed reductions with shared space proposals for Denny Street, traffic calming around Woodlawn to Rookery Road / Ballaycasheen Road and a cycle/walking path from Ross Road to Muckross. Cronin calls for septic tank grant to be made available to all homeowners At the April area meeting Cllr Brendan Cronin called on the Minister for the Environment to open up the septic tank grant aid scheme to allow homeowners to improve their septic tanks or percolation areas. Cllr Cronin stated that if the Minister is serious about protecting our waterways and rivers he should immediately allow access to grant aid so that homeowners can upgrade their septic tanks. Not 30 11.04.14 only will this grant aid help our environment it would also create much needed employment around the country and it would have a positive impact both economically and environmentally. I am calling on all Kerry Fine Gael and Labour members of the government to put pressure on the Minister Phil Hogan to deliver on this important scheme. If you would like to feature on Political Outlook contact Des on 087 6593427 Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] political outlook 11.04.14 31 Picture parade Scoil Rince Uí hÉigeartaigh Céilí ‘Under 12’ Dancers who are due to travel to London next week to take part in “An Coimisicín” World Irish Dancing Championship. Back Row L-R Maureen Hegarty, Karis Koschan, Rachael Moynihan, Roisin Ní Bhriain and Máiréad Mangan. Front Row L-R Islinn Ní Chrónín, Kate Lawlor, Katie Palmer & Aobha O”Shea. Picture Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan 087 391 4808 The arrival of the Easter Bunny quite literally this week to the delight of the students at Clearway Montessori. Pictured here with ‘Hop’ from Pet Mania are L-R Paula Prudnikovaite, TJ Evans, Chloe Barry & Caitlin Lucey. Picture Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan 087 391 4808 Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] Damian Stack, Listowel with Aoife O’Sullivan EBS, Listowel Office, gets baking to support Temple Street’s Great Irish Bake. EBS offices around the country have once again been supporting The Great Irish Bake to raise essential funds for Temple Street Children’s University Hospital. Sponsored by EBS, the event is expected to raise €150,000 to purchase three Giraffe Omnibed incubators. These are a life line for premature and newborn babies and also allow parents to be close to their child at a very stressful time. Sheila Casey Vice Chairperson South Kerry Development Partnership and Noel Spillane CEO SKDP making a special presentation to the family of the late Patsy Cronin Chairman of the South Kerry Development Partnership Mary Jo, Tim and Mariette of a copper sculpture ‘The Chairman’ by Eamonn McCaffrey of the Windmill Tralee at the Travel Inn, Fossa, Killarney on Thursday. Sheila Casey Vice Chairperson South Kerry Development Partnership and John Walsh Chairman Irish Local Development Network (fourth and seventh from left) making special presentations to the family of the late Patsy Cronin Chairman of the South Kerry Development Partnership Mary Jo, Tim and Mariette Cronin (front from left) Sean de Buitlear, CEO SKDP, Brian Carty Irish Local Development Network (back from left) Johnny O’Connor, Margaret Walsh, John Joe O’Brien, Pat Everett, Stuart Stephens, Marie Flood, Bernard Collins, Kevin Griffin, Angela Hallissey, George Kelly, Una O’Neill, Eugene Dennehy, Sean O’Sullivan, Pat O’Driscoll and John Quill at the Travel Inn, Fossa, Killarney on Thursday. 32 11.04.14 11.04.14 33 community focus Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] RATHMORE /GnEEVEGUILLA NEWS Rathmore Community Council: Annual Spring Clean will now take place on to 22nd April. We would like people to pick litter in their own area any time in these 2 weeks. Litter bags available from The Washbasket. Gneeveguilla Ladies GAA A big thank you to all who helped out and organised the very successful Fashion Show Thursday night. 3th April, Gneeveguilla Basketball Club: We have reached the end of our season and we would like to congratulate all our juvenile and senior teams on their great performance throughout the season. It is wonderful to see our young and not so young players compete with great enthusiasm and enjoying the game of basketball. Dates to remember – Awards Night Friday 11th April 6.30 sharp to 8.30pm in the Club Bar Gneeveguilla. Scrap Metal Collection: 26th April. Contact: Tel No 087-2685448 for information. More details later. Summer Camp: Tuesday 5th - Friday 8th August. - Details later. Gneeveguilla area spring clean: Will take place now to 23rd April. Bags are available from Dillane’s Garage and can be left at the depot across from Dillanes. Please support and do your part by keeping your own countryside clean & tidy. Hollymount NS Parents Association Rathmore: Would like to thank pupils, parents, staff, neighbours and friends for their generous donations in aid of Irish Cancer Society on Daffodil Day. €303 was raised for this worthy cause. Annual Sheila Moynihan Walk: In aid of the Kerry hospice will be held in Rathmore on Sunday 25th May 2014. Sponsorship cards will be available shortly or a registration fee of your choice will be taken on the day. QUIZ: Two teams from the Holy Family N.S., one in the under-11 age category the under-11 year team from the Holy Family N.S. were successful were in Dulbin at the weekend for the National Finals of the Credit Union Quiz and did extremely well. The team achieved 45 PTs and winners were on 47 PTs - so it was a great performance. This is a wonderful achievement for these young children. The Credit Union & school are very proud of their achievements to date and congratulate Ciara O’Keeffe, Denis Mahony, Paraic Finnegan and Dara Moriarty, their teachers and parents in encouraging and co-operating with us in the running of the quiz. SYMPATHY: To family and friends of the of late; Hannah B Houlihan, Stagmount Headford Killarney. Sebastian Wasil, 25 Gleann Na Greine, Rathmore, Who deaths occurred recently. May they all Rest in Peace. Charity Dance In aid of Friends of Leukaemia Patients Cork, Brú Columbanus and Bone Marrow for Leukaemia Trust. This Friday 11th April 9pm. Darby O’Gills Hotel. Music by Happy Hearts, followed by DJ Don. Loads of great spot prizes and free entry into draw for 2 Garth Brooks tickets. Contact Moynihans, Islanderagh on 064 7758233 for more info or tickets. Tickets €10. Please support! Rathmore G.A.A. NEWS: Lotto results for 31/03/14. No’s drawn: 2, 8, 22, 25. No Jackpot Winner. Next week’s Jackpot. €6,000. Consolation Prizes: €40 O’Keeffe’s XL Gift Voucher: Mike O’Mahony, c/o S.A.G. €40 each: James Moynihan, Rossacrue. Paddy O’Mahony, c/o Frank Brosnan. Timmy O’Leary, Kilquane. Pascal Walsh, c/o Mike Murphy. Next week’s Lotto sponsored by The Bridge Bar. Lee Strand County League Div 2 (U14 hurling) Result: Rathmore 0-05 Kilmoyley 2-07. Lee Strand County League Div 3 (U12 Hurling) Result: Rathmore 5-03 Kenmare 1-01 Keane’s Supervalu County League Div 3A (U18 Football) Result: Rathmore 0-12 Kenmare/Kilgarvan 0-10 Lee Strand County League Div 3 (U12 Hurling) Result: Rathmore 5-03 Kenmare 1-01 Keane’s Supervalu County League Div 3A (U18 Football) Result: Rathmore 0-12 Kenmare/Kilgarvan 0-10 By Michael O’Mahony U10 & U8 Football and Hurling training dates Training for our U8 and u10s hurlers and footballers gets underway over the next two weeks. Hurling for U8 and U10 starts on Saturday 5 April at 10:00pm in the Astro Turf in Rathmore Football for U8 and U10 starts on Friday 11th April at 6:30 in Rathbeg. Gneeveguilla Ladies GAA; Gneeveguilla Ladies GAA Committee wish to express their sincere gratitude to each and everyone who helped to organise and make the fashion show a tremendous success. Thanks to those whose gave of their services and expertise to prepare the hall in the lead up and to those whose gave of their services on the night. Thanks to our sponsors and to those who donated spot prizes. Appreciation to the shops that facilitated our request to showcase at our show. Due recognition to our models, all being from the local area greatly enhanced the ‘local feel’ on the night. Our gratitude to all those who came out in such huge numbers to attend the show. Thanks to club stewards and volunteers. The services and efforts of everyone involved have contributed greatly to the success of this event. Indeed we are most grateful. The funds raised will go towards Gneeveguilla Pitch Development. This will greatly enhance the facilities for our players. PUBLIC MEETING: A public meeting will be held on Tuesday 15th April at 8.30pm in Gneeveguilla GAA Club Rooms to discuss the possibility of providing and having access to defibrillator(s) in the Gneeveguilla area. Registration forms will be available before each session and new girls and boys are welcome to join in. ‘A History of Hurling - Our national game’ presentation takes place on Saturday 26th April at 10:30am with special speakers Seamus J. King, Paudie Butler, Tomás Mulcahy, Eddie Keher and Sean Kelly with Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh acting as master of ceremonies. Early booking is essential on 064-6630804 orwww.muckross-house.ie The Opel Owners Club meeting which took place at Aherns Garage last Saturday. Aherns would like to thank everyone that attended and brought cars and trucks to display. It was the second year hosting the event and everyone at Aherns were delighted to see such a huge turnout on the day. 34 11.04.14 Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Killarney Outlook 11.04.14 35 community focus Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] spa news U14 girls Co League Spa 2-4 castlegregory 2-3 Girls played away and won by the slightest of margins. The players are adjusting well to the big field and none other than Eimear Beasley who made a few solos through the middle of the field to slot over the bar. The team played well in defense, midfield and attack. Meghann Cronin (1-1), Ciara Moynihan (1-1) and Eimear Beasley (0-2) all scored for the winning team. The birthday girl Marie O’Donoghue had a great day between the posts along with defense Emma Cronin, Maeve Fitzmartin, Hannah Daly and Aoife Sheehan. Our forwards Orlaith Spillane, Lauren O’Connor and Hazel Riordan were instrumental in assisting in scores. U14 A Boys: After a terrible start against Desmonds in this Div 2 encounter played on Thurs night in Castleisland, Spa settled into the game scoring 2-4 without reply, with goals from Cian Murphy and Conor Magee. Eventhough they were facing a uphill battle Spa continued to fight hard in the second half and although controlling possession for long periods were unable to really make it count on the score board. Great work rate by Gary Vaughan and Reece Hegarty as well as well as further points from Stephen McKenna, Ryan Kelliher, Liam Spillane and Keelan Deegan including a goal from Rory O’Keeffe were not sufficient to bridge the gap , as Castleisland ran out deserving victors on the night. Spa take on neighbours Fossa away next Wednesday evening in the next round. U14 B Boys: In a very entertaining game held in Spa on Wed evening Spa triumphed over near neighbours Dr Crokes by a score line of 4.18 to 5.08. Spa started the stronger racing into a 3.10 to 4.03 lead at half time with well taken goals from Ronan McClure, Cian Murphy and Liam Spillane. Spa’s defence held out against a strong wind and many Dr Crokes attacks in the second half with great defensive displays by David Barlett, Daniel O’Sullivan, Daragh O’Leary as well as Tomas Cronin in the half forward line. The whole team worked hard for each other through out and look forward to their next game away to Austin Stacks next Wednesday night. East Kerry U16 Boys League: Spa 3-11 Listry/Keel 1-5: Another good win for our u16 team in Spa last Sunday evening in what was a competitive well-earned victory. Minor Co. League: Spa 2-10 Austin Stacks 2-9: In their penultimate game in the minor co league Spa came away with 2 important points thanks to a superb last minute goal by Shane Cronin. Spa kicked over 3 early points and Fergal O’Donoghue found the net after 12 minutes, but Stacks quickly cancelled them out and led 2-5 to 1-6 at half time. Stacks then dominated the exchanges in the second half and looked to be on their way to victory but a last quarter burst from Spa and Shane Cronin’s final minute goal earned Spa the win. Team: David Carroll, Eoin Fitzgerald, Mike McCarthy, Conor Kearney, Eric O’Donoghue, Aidan Fleming, Shane Cronin (1-2), Timmy Hussey, Aidan Shepherd, Evan Cronin (0-3), Ciaran Spillane (0-1), Feargal O’Donoghue (12), Mike Foley (0-2), John Murhill. Subs: Conor Cronin, Aydan Mulvaney, Stephen Kelliher, Dara Moynihan, Mike Moynihan. Congratulations: To Dan O’Donoghue and his school Colaiste Ghobnatan, Ballyvourney, in their all Ireland Final win in Portlaoise last Saturday afternoon. Minor County Captain: Congratulations to Liam Kearney on his nomination as Kerry Minor Captain for 2014.  Senior East Kerry League Spa: 1-13 Currow: 0-14 Spa came out on top by two points in an entertaining match. A number of players were unavailable but this opened the door for other lads to impress the management. Strong defending by Hugh O’Donoghue, Eoin Cronin and Mike Finnegan helped the Spa cause. Super attitudes by Craig Hickey, Cormac Cronin and Pat Cronin saw Spa trading points with Currow throughout. Jamie Spillane worked tirelessly to set up a number of important scores. Cormac Cronin got a second half goal which set Spa up for victory. John Falvey, John O’Donoghue, Shane Fenton and Paul Russell battled hard and Brendan Lynch, Andrew Garnett and Aaoran Farrell were sturdy throughout. Hopefully they can show similar hunger and attitude for the year ahead. The Spa senior panel and management would like to wish Ivor Flynn and Julie Ghirardani a long and happy life together. Enjoy your big day on Saturday. UPCOMING FIXTURES: Senior ladies April 13th away to Milltown/listry at 12noon. U14 girls Sunday April 13th away to Duagh beaufort news Beaufort Tidy Towns: Kerry County Clean Up will take place this Saturday 12th April. We are asking everybody to get involved for just on day and keep Beaufort litter free. It’s an annual Spring clean up, so let’s get as many people involved and take pride in our area. Supplies available from Tidy Towns committee or from the Community hall on Saturday between 1011am. COMMUNITY GAMES:

U12 Boys Outdoor 36 11.04.14 at 5pm. Senior Co. League Rd 3 - Spa away to Tarbert on Sunday April 13th at 2pm. Minor Co. League Rd 5 - Spa away to Dingle on Friday April 18th. SENIOR SCÓR: All Ireland final takes place in Castlebar on Saturday 26th April where we will be represented in Recitation by Ray O’Sullivan. A bus will be organised for day trip to Castlebar to support Ray. Anyone interested in going to the All Ireland will need to book tickets as soon as possible. Please contact Sheila McCarthy 087 7614847regarding tickets and bus. LOTTO: Lotto numbers 15, 16, 21 , 23. No Jackpot winner. Lucky dips €50, Breeda Doona, 44 Arbutus Grove, Moss Keeffe, Gneeveguilla, Padraig & Margaret Brosnan, Scrahan Court. Marie & Adah, C/o Donal Cronin. Annual lucky dip Neilly O’Mahony, Knockeragh. Draw next week, Killarney oaks €9600 . Weddings: Congratulations Lynn Jones Senior Ladies Footballer and George Burchill Kilmallock, Co Limerick. Also to former Spa footballer Aaran Quill Ardaneanig, to Joanne O’Brien Keelties Firies. Births: Congratulations to senior footballer Katie and James O’Brien on the birth of their son Sean. Also to Denise and Donal Claffey on the birth of their daughter Fia. CLOTHES COLLECTION: Time to clean out your wardrobes. Collecting clothes any condition (clean), bags, books (not school books) and cuddly toys. Contact Anne Holland 085 7780883. MARK YOUR CALENDER: LILY OF KILLARNEY Will be held this year at an earlier date May 30th in Killarney Heights Hotel. INAUGURAL AWARDS NIGHT: Saturday November 29th Darby O Gills. Tiernaboul National School: School is collecting mobile phones to raise funds for Down Syndrome Ireland. All phone donations will be greatly appreciated. Please ensure SIM has been removed. Drop off to school or to the clubhouse. Contact Conor Gleeson 087 2565142 Lissivigeen Area Clean Up Saturday April I2th: This Saturday April I2th has been designated as County Clean Up Day, All interested volunteers in the Lissivigeen area are requested to assemble at Lissivigeen NS IIam where the necessary equipment will be available. By David Doyle Soccer takes place this Sunday, 13th April, in Mastergeeha
Soccer Pitch. The U12 Team: Niall Carey, Stephen O’Loughlin, Sean
Kissane, Simon Coffey, Stefan Caulfield Dreier, Dylan Ferris, Oran Smith,
 Patrick Galvin, Caolan Ireland, Brendie O’Donoghue, Marc O’Sullivan Rouse,
Sean O’Sullivan, Darragh O’Connor & Mikey Moriarty. Wishing our team the
best of luck.
Well done to the U13 Project Team who came 3rd in the County Final in
Tralee last Friday with their project entitled “The Role of the Internet”.
The project team presented their project which was based on the history of
the internet, exploring it’s development over time and the influence it has
had on many different aspects of life, eg. education, business, social.
The Project Team: Roisin Kennedy, Niall Carey, Caoimhe Foley & Cian Power.

Please remember that all Community Games Events are Non-Smoking.




 Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] appointments 11.04.14 37 community focus Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] KILCUMMIN news ANNUAL SPRING CLEANUP: Volunteers who would like to take part in the cleanup during the month of April in their own area can do so at a date convenient to themselves. All bags will be collected at a later date. For bags and pickers contact the Rural Development Office on 064-6643357 or John on 086-1579381. Your help is much appreciated. KILCUMMIN HOSPICE WALK: The organisation committee would like to thank all those who took part in last years walk, which raised €3,861 for the Palliative Care Unit in Tralee. This year the good Friday Walk (April 18th) will leave from the Recreation Hall at 10.30am. Again there will be a choice of the longer 10km loop or a shorter one of 6km (approx) There will be refreshments in the hall after the walk. This is a very enjoyable Community Event. Please come along and support. New helpers very welcome. COMHALTAS: Kilcummin Comhaltas Branch will be holding its Annual Easter Raffle on Sunday 13th April at 6pm in the GAA Klub Bar. Hamper Prizes, Entertainment and Finger Food. All Welcome. COMMINITY GAMES: Anyone interested in taking part in Gymnastics (U9, U11, U13 and U15); Swimming (U8, U10, U12, U14 & U16 or Cross County running (U12,U13 & U14) Please contact any committee member as entry forms must be signed and submitted shortly. RING OF KERRY CHARITY CYCLE: Acquired Brain Injury Services-Kerry Services; one of the listry Notes Listry GAA Listry Weekly Lotto Results 6th April, 2014: Winning Numbers 2, 12, 20, 24 Jackpot €6,050 Not Won. 1 x €100 Jeremy Wrenn, Lissivane, 2 x €50, Pat O’Sullivan, Coolbane, Donnacha Murphy c/o Pa, 2 x €25 Gerard O’Sullivan, Bollinmirish Carmel O’Leary, Listry C.C. Draw Entrant Aishling O’Sullivan. Jackpot next week 13th April €6,200. Pitch Side Advertising: Any company interested in Pitch Side advertising, please contact Club Secretary Anthony Clifford tel no. 087 2215059. Senior Football League Division 2: Round 3 Saturday 12th April at 5pm. Venue Laune Rangers. Laune Rangers v Listry. Match Report Senior Football League Division 2 Round 2 Listry 0-6. Gneeveguilla 1-5. This game postponed from last week as both clubs had players involved in the successful Liebherr team in the All Ireland Inter Firms was played in Listry on Saturday evening. With both teams having lost their first round game this tie was eagerly awaited by the two East Kerry teams. The game was slow to start with Listry first to score from a free by Damien Clifford in the second minute. The next score did not 38 11.04.14 nine nominated charities for this year’s Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle will be registering any interested cyclists at the Killarney Outlet Centre on Saturday 12th April 2014 between 2pm & 4pm. KILCUMMIN GAA: SENIOR CO LEAGUE DIV 1: Kilcummin hope to continue their good start to their Co League campaign against high flying St Michaels Foilmore on Sunday next at 2pm in South Kerry. RACE NIGHT: Kilcummin senior players are holding a fund raising race night in the Klub on April 19th Easter Saturday night immediately after the club championship game against Currow. To sponsor a horse or a race contact any one of the senior players. ALL-IRELAND SCÓR FUNDRAISER: A fundraising table quiz will take place in our Klub on Monday 21st April at 8pm. This is to support our set dancers in their quest for All Ireland glory. Adult table of 4 €40, Juvenile Table of 4:€20. Raffle on the night with some fantastic prizes. Your support is much appreciated. SCÓR NA BPÁISTÍ: The county final of the competition will take place on Sunday next 13th April in the Tinteán Theatre, Ballybunion. Quiz commences at 1pm and all other events at 2.30pm. Kilcummin will be represented in three items on the day, solo singing, Question time, and Set dancing. Shauna O’Leary is representing our club in solo singing. The quiz team comprises of Bebhinn Brosnan, Líadán O’Connor, Conn Fleming and Michéal Sweeney. Best wishes also to their mentor Jason O’ Connor for all his hard work and dedication. The set dancing team Nathan Counihan, Danny Cronin, Michéal Sweeney, Darren Lehane, Shauna O’Leary, Shauna O’Donoghue, Katie O’Leary, Nicole Williams and Alison Moynihan. Best wishes also to their dedicated mentor Marguerite O’Connor for all her work with the set. Go n-éirí t-ádh libh go léir. Your support is appreciated. LADIES GAA CLUB: Second hand Clothing collection on Fri 25th April from 7-9pm and Sat 26th April from 10-1pm. All clothing curtains, blankets towels, sheets and old mobile phones gratefully accepted. SENIOR LADIES: Play Currow away in Division 3 of the County league at 12 noon on the 13th April. U12 Boys play Listowel away on Saturday 12 April at 6pm U14 Boys play St Mary’s St Marys in Renard on Wednesday 9th April at 7pm. U12 Girls play Milltown-Listry away on Tuesday 15th April at 18:30 in Phase 1 of Co. League. U 14 Girls play Listowel at home on Sunday 13 April at 5pm in Division 2 of the County League. GAA Juvenile Academy continues on Saturdays at 1030am, new players welcome. GAA EASTER CAMP: This year’s Easter Camp will now run from the 15th to the 17th April 10.00am to 1pm. The cost will be €20 for one child, €35 for two children and €50 for three children. Register on the day. come until the 17th minute when the visitors levelled through D J O Connor. Both teams were guilty of some poor shooting during this time. Listry were dominating possession but could not convert it to the score board. Gneeveguilla scored two points to Listry’s one over the last few minutes of the first half to leave the half time score Listry 0-2 Gneeveguilla 0-3. The home side started much better in the second half and were level almost from the throw in as Garry O’Sullivan tied the sides. Further points from John Foley and Derry Ahern had Listry in the lead by 5 points to 3 as the game entered the final quarter. At this point D J O’Connor was dismissed following an off the ball incident. This seemed to benefit the visitors rather than Listry and when substitute Ger Moynihan was at the end of a move to finish to the net to put Gneeveguilla in front. The same player extended their lead with a point and with a point from D O’Connor to Listry’s late point from John Foley Gneeveguilla ran out winners 1-5 to Listry’s 0-6. Minor Football League Division 3A Round 4 Result: Renard – St. Mary’s 2-14 v 1-9 Keel/Listry Juvenile Club: Result: U-12 Co. League Lispole 4-01 Listry 5-10 Outdoor training: Friday 4th April 2014 Listry U6/8/10 boys and girls commenced outdoor training at Allman park. We had a great evening with 73 kids eager to learn the skills of Gaelic football. It takes a lot of organising to keep the kids focused and enjoying training for an hour and I would like to thank all our excellent coaches for the planning that went into the session. Thank you to all the wonderful kids for your good behaviour. Thank you to all the great parents for having the kids properly togged out and most importantly all wearing mouth guards. I would like to welcome all new kids and new parents to Listry GAA club. I hope you will enjoy many years of fun with the club and I would encourage all parents to join Listry GAA club, create a happy environment for your children and watch them develop as good citizens. A special thanks to Fergus Clifford and John Courtney for setting up the pitches and Ann O’Brien for registration. Remember, parents must practice with the kids at home. Training continues next Friday 6-30 to 7.30. “Tús maith leath na hoibre” Up Listry! Chairman Listry juvenile football club. Ministry of Acolyte: Sincere congratulations to Conor Bradley Laharn Rockfield who received his Ministry of Acolyte in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney on Sunday 16th March by Bishop Ray Browne. Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] notices 11.04.14 39 community focus Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] glenflesk news EAST KERRY SENIOR LEAGUE DIV 1 FINAL: The Glenflesk senior team, sponsored by Molly Darcys, were narrowly defeated by Legion in the Super League final on Saturday Aril 5th in Lewis road on a scoreline of Glenflesk 0-9 Legion 1-7. In an entertaining game played in persistent rain, Legion started the better and led by 0-4 to 0-1 at the mid-point of the first half. However, Glenflesk then came into the game and five unanswered points saw them lead by 0-6 to 0-4 at half-time. Early in the second half a fisted goal and a couple of points saw the tide swing decisively in favour of the Legion. Nonetheless, Glenflesk stuck to the task and got their reward when a late flurry of points reduced the gap to the minimum. The closing minutes were hardfought but the Legion held out for victory by the slimmest of margins. COUNTY LEAGUE DIV 3: The Glenflesk senior team are at home to Brosna in the next round of the county league at 2pm on Sunday April 13th. GLENFLESK GAA LOTTO: The next club lotto draw will be held on Sunday the 13th of April 2014, in the Kerry Way, Jackpot: €2,800. Tickets available: on request, in local shops and bars. If you have difficulties purchasing a ticket contact Jimmy O’Shea 085 1741219 or Denis O’Donoghue at 087 2257915. SPONSORSHIP LAUNCH – NEW DATE: On the night of Thursday April 24th Molly Darcys Traditional Pub and Glenflesk GAA will formally launch their new sponsorship agreement in the Muckross Park Hotel. Anyone interested in attending this event is asked to contact club secretary Denis O’Sullivan (0868113443). 31 CARD DRIVE: Congratulations to John Culloty and Pats Lucey who had a mighty victory in the cards in St. Agatha’s Hall Glenflesk on Friday April 4th. fossa notes 11.04.14 COUNTY LEAGUE U14: The Glenflesk U14s lost out to Rathmore in the first round of the county league in Glenflesk on Wednesday April 2nd in a very high scoring game. Final score: Glenflesk 3-15 Rathmore 6-08. This week (April 9th) the U-14s travel to Na Gaeil, and the following week (April 16th) they are scheduled to play Kerins O’Rahillys, also in Tralee. COUNTY LEAGUE U12: On Sunday April 6th Glenflesk travelled to Ardfert to play the local side in the U-12 county league. Two fine performances resulted in victories for the first team on a scoreline of 5-16 to 1-5, and the second team on a scoreline of 5-13 to 3-5. Next Sunday (April 13th) the U-12s face Currow in Glenflesk. CUL CAMPS: This year’s Cul Camp takes place in Glenflesk between the 7th and 11th of July. SCOR NA BPAISTI: Best of luck to the young figure dancers and ballad group from Glenflesk who take part in the county final of Scor na bPaisti to be held in the Tintean Theatre in Ballybunion on Sunday April 13th. GLENFLESK PARISH CLEAN-UP: The annual countywide clean-up, sponsored by KWD takes place on Saturday April 12th. Volunteers are asked to meet at Barraduff and Glenflesk churches at 10am on Saturday morning. GLENFLESK COMMUNITY GAMES: Congratulations to our U-12 and U-16 Chess teams who competed in the Kerry Community Games Finals held recently. The teams performed excellently on the day and both finished in third place. On Friday night April 4th, we had two teams represent Glenflesk in the Kerry Final of the Project competition. The U-13 team of Ava Doherty, Leah Burke and Alison O’Sullivan had a project based on ‘The Internet’ and they finished in second place. The U-11 team of Sinead Gleeson, Eabha Healy and Congrats to Michael Mullane & Kevin Bowler from Raheen N S Headford on their Achievement in the Allience Cummann na Mbunscoil All Ireland U 11 Doubles Handball Finals held in Cavan recently. Photo by Seamus Healy. Caoimhe O’Sullivan had a project was based on ‘Kerry, My County’ and they won the gold medal. They will now go to represent Glenflesk and Kerry in the Community Games All-Ireland Finals. We wish the girls every success in their venture. KNOCKANES WATER PRESSURE: At the April area meeting of Kerry County Council, following a question from Cllr. Michael Gleeson, Uisce Eireann indicated that funding to install a new water main in the Knockanes\ Brewsterfield\Iron Mills area was unlikely to be made available during 2014, despite ongoing issues with water pressure and supply in these areas. CONTACT: We welcome items of local interest. Contact PRO Donal at 087-6687926; email pro. [email protected] deadline 8pm Sunday. By Gene Moriarty Fossa GAA: Fixtures: Friday April 11th County Under 12 Ballymac v Fossa at Ballymac 6:3Opm. Under 12 Girls County League Glenflesk v Fossa at Glenflesk 6:30pm. Saturday April 12th Credit Union County League Div 4 Fossa v Castlegregory at Fossa TBC check facebook. Sunday April 13th Senior Ladies County League Div 4 Fossa v Glenflesk at Fossa 12:00noon. Kerry finals Scor na bPaiste at the Tintean Theatre Ballybunion 2:30pm. Under 14 Girls County League Division 1 Fossa v Southern Gaels at Fossa 5:00pm. County Under 12 Fossa v Milltown/Castlemaine at Fossa 6:00pm. Monday April 14th East Kerry Region under 16 Kilgarvan/Tousist v Fossa at Kilgarvan 6pm. Tuesday April 15th Under 12 Girls County League Fossa v Dr Crokes at Fossa 6:30pm. East Kerry Junior League Rathmore v Fossa 7:00pm. Wednesday April 16th County Under 14 Fossa v Desmonds at Fossa 7:15pm. Friday April 18th Minor County League Ardfert v Fossa at Ardfert 6:45 pm Minors: Fossa’s minors continued on their winning way with a very precise 40 WITH DONAL KELLY performance against Ballymacelligott at Fossa on Friday night last. Half time Fossa led 2-07 to 1-02, at the final whistle it was Fossa 4-13 Ballymacelligott 1-07. Coiste na nOg: Goals win matches is the old adage, and so it proved on Monday night when Scart/Cordal got the better of our under 16s by 5-09 to 3-14 in the East Kerry Region league round 2. On Tuesday it was the turn of the under 14s against Beaufort. Beaufort scored 7 goals, Fossa scored 7 goals but crucially Fossa scored 9 points to Beaufort’s 6, so off to a winning start in the County league. The teams were level at half time Beaufort 4-02 to Fossa 2-08, but Fossa showed great heart and bravery against the wind in the 2nd half. Ladies Football: Fossa U12 girls played Firies in the 1st game of the Co League on Thursday evening. With many girls wearing the Fossa Jersey for the 1st time in official competition, it was great to see a good crowd supporting the team. In a highly competitive game, Fossa put in a great performance to lead by 2 points at half-time and went on to win by 5. Fossa 3-8 to Firies 2-6. Next game is v Glenflesk on Friday next at 6.30 in Glenflesk. Fossa u14 girls gave a very impressive performance on Sunday evening to record their second win in Div 1 of the Co League. Playing Legion/ Beaufort in the Legion field, they took control of the game from the start and never let up for the 60 minutes. Final score: Fossa 5-10 Legion/Beaufort 1-2. Well done girls. The next game is V Southern Gaels next Sunday. Scór: Our Leiriu group take part in the County final of Scor na bPaiste at the Tintean Theatre Ballybunion on Sunday next April 13th at 2:30pm. All support welcome Fossa NS Fun Run: Tomorrow Saturday 11am at Killarney National Park. 10K and 5K. 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Call: 087 7554087 Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] Deadline: 3pm Monday Eating out Recipes of the week Baked stuffed fish Family favourite Fish is a really nutritious and healthy food. This dinner recipe is quick and easy, and can be prepared beforehand. This is a tasty way to include fish in your diet. Ingredients - Serves 4 Adults 4 fillets of cod, around 480g / 17 oz. 2 slices of wholemeal pan bread, grated into crumbs, around 60g / 2 oz. 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh parsley or 1 heaped teaspoon of dried parsley 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil A little lemon juice, or grated rind to taste Salt and pepper, to taste Method 1. Pre-heat the oven to 180°C / 350°F / Gas Mark 4 2. Clean and prepare fish. Dry in kitchen paper 3. Mix breadcrumbs, chopped onion, parsley, salt and pepper, in a small bowl 4. Heat oil and stir into crumb mixture. Finally add a little lemon rind or juice 5. Lay 4 fillets on a greased dish, skin side down and spoon stuffing carefully onto each fillet 6. Flatten down well and cover with the other four fillets 7. Cover with foil 8. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, depending on size and thickness of fish 9. Lift fish carefully onto a warmed serving dish Serving Suggestions: Serve fish surrounded with peas, lemon wedges and parsley. Blueberry & pecan oaties 175g plain flour, plus extra for dusting ½ tsp baking powder 85g porridge oats 175g golden caster sugar 1 tsp ground cinnamon 140g butter, chopped 70g pack dried blueberries (or use raisins or dried cranberries) 50g pecans, roughly broken 1 egg, beaten Method 1. Tip the flour, baking powder, oats, sugar and cinnamon into a bowl, then mix well with your hands. Add the butter, then rub it into the mixture until it has disappeared. 2. Stir in the blueberries and pecans, add the egg, then mix well with a cutlery knife or wooden spoon until it all comes together in a big ball. Lightly flour the work surface, then roll the dough into a fat sausage about 6cm across. Wrap in cling film, then chill in the fridge until solid. 3. To bake, heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/ gas 4. Unwrap the cookie log, thickly slice into discs, then arrange on baking sheets. Bake for 15 mins (or a few mins more if from frozen) until golden, leave on the trays to harden, then cool completely on a wire rack before tucking in. 11.04.14 43 gaa club call Deadline: Monday 3pm Email : [email protected] East Kerry Notes By Áine Ní Shúilleabháin PRO Results: East Kerry Senior League Division 1 Final Legion 1-07 Glenflesk 0-09 Division 1 Back game Spa 1-13 Currow 0-15 East Kerry Junior League Dr Crokes 6-16 Gneeveguilla 1-03 Kilcummin 3-21 Fossa 2-04 Rathmore 3-19 Spa 0-05 Legion Bye Final East Kerry Senior League Division 1 Legion 1-07 Glenflesk 0-09 Legion won the East Kerry Senior League Division 1 title, sponsored by Frank Doran Safeguard Security, after an exciting game, played in Lewis road last Saturday. Both defences played well and despite the rain there was great team performance and skill on display on both sides. Legion got off to the better start, scoring 3 points without reply in the first 7 minutes and having a goal bound shot come off the upright. Billy McGuire opened with a pointed free, Conor Keane from play and David O’Sullivan a pointed free. Glenflesk gradually came into the game, and opened their account with point from play by Jeff O’ Donoghue. Kevin Breen replied on the 14th minute, with a point, from a rasper of a shot that might have been a goal. Glenflesk dominated the scoring for the remainder of the half, Adam O’Reilly pointed a free and Jeff O’Donoghue scored a lovely long distance point. Dara Roche equalised from a move involving Cian Horan and Kieran Murphy. Glenflesk pulled two points ahead at the short whistle, with points from Jeff O’Donoghue and Eric O’Donoghue. Half time score: Glenflesk 0-06 Legion 0-04. Legion got off to a dream start in the second half when Conor Keane netted the ball from a free taken by David O’Sullivan, putting Legion ahead by the minimum, two minutes into the half. Legion built on their lead, with three points (Thomas Moriarty, Billy McGuire, Conor Keane) to a single Glenflesk pointed free (Adam O Reilly) in the third quarter. Both sides brought on fresh legs and created goal chances. Legion saw what looked like a certain goal come off the upright and Glenflesk’s Jeff O’Donoghue shot at goal was well saved at point blank range by Legion Keeper, David Gleeson. In an exciting end to the game, Glenflesk showed great resilience, pressed forward with determination and narrowed the gap to the minimum with points from the boots of Lee O’Donoghue and Dara Roche. Legion cleared Final score: Legion 1-07 Glenflesk 0-09. Back Game East Kerry Senior League Division 1: On Friday last, 4th April, Currow hosted Spa in an East Kerry Senior League Division 1 back game, sponsored by Frank Doran Safeguard Security. Currow were the stronger in the first half and lead at the short whistle on a scoreline of Currow 0-11 Spa 0-07. 44 11.04.14 However, Spa dominated the scoring in the second half and ran out winners on a one point margin. Final score: Spa 1-13 Currow 0-15. East Kerry Junior League: The East Kerry Junior League, sponsored by Patrick Doyle Haulage, kicked off last week with 3 games. Gneeveguilla were defeated, at home, by a much stronger Dr Crokes team who ran out convincing winners on a final scoreline of 6-16 to 1-03. Kilcummin travelled to Fossa for their game and came away winners. Final score: Kilcummin 3-21 Fossa 2-04. Rathmore hosted Spa in the third game which was played 13 aside. Rathmore scored three goals in the first half with Donnacha McCarthy scoring two and Derek Moynihan getting one to leave the half time score 3-13 to Rathmore 3 pts to Spa. Rathmore kicked six points to Spa’s two in the second half to leave the full time score 3-19 to 0-5 in favour of Rathmore. Legion had a bye. scored 2 fine frees for Beaufort but Kevin Flynn got the final score of the game with a free of his own to make the final score Laune Rangers 2-5 to 0-7. Kerry competitors in the County Finals of Scór na bPaistí on Sunday 13th April in the Tintean Theatre in Ballybunion. The East Kerry competitors are Kilcummin - Question Time, Solo Singing and Set Dancing; Glenflesk - Figure dancing and Ballad Group, Firies – Recitation; Spa–Instrumental Music and Fossa - Leiriú. Mary Jo Coffey Manager, selectors Patie Casey Glenbeigh/Glencar & Denis Cleary Laune Rangers. Good luck to all: Laune Rangers represents Mid Kerry in the Scor na bPaistí Quiz in Ballybunion on Sunday next the 13th again good luck to all involved. Best Wishes in County Finals Scór na bPaistí: Best wishes to the East MID KERRY GAA NEWS Senior League Rd 5 report Laune Rangers 2-05 Beaufrot 0-07 Laune Rangers took on Beaufort on Saturday evening in the final round of the Mid Kerry League. On a wet and windy evening at JP O’Sullivan Park, it was the visitors who opened the scoring through a pointed free from James Coffey after 2 minutes. Colm O’Shea slotted over a free of his own shortly after to tie the scores before Beaufort’s Conor Breen hit the crossbar with a stinging shot but the rebound was swept up by the Rangers defense and cleared. Colm O’Shea added two more points – one from a free – to put Rangers in the lead on the quarter mark 0-3 to 0-1. Beaufort were then able to put their stamp on the game for the second quarter and scored three unanswered points through James O’Reilly and a brace from Fergal Hallisey to lead at half time 0-4 to 0-3. The second half had quite a messy start. Poor handling and loose passing from both teams, which could be attributed to the bad conditions, meant that there was no score for the first ten minutes of the second half. A minute later Ryan Keane was on the end of a Shane McSweeney pass across the small square to find the net with a well taken half-volley. Padraig Doona responded with a point for Beaufort to make the score 1-3 to 0-5 with a quarter of the game to go. Rangers then assumed control of game though and a well finished shot to the top corner of the net by Colm O’Shea followed by a Shane McSweeney point gave Rangers a five point lead with 5 minutes to go. Ronan Murphy Senior League Rd 5 results: Glenbeigh/Glencar 1-06 Cromane 0-11 Miltown/Castlemaine 0-07 Keel 0-12 Laune Rangers 2-05 Beaufort 0-07 The game between Cromane and Keel still has to be played and the final to be confirmed. Junior League: Rd 1 was played last Tuesday evening with Rd 2 continuing next Tuesday night 15th both games at 7pm. Glenbeigh/Glencar home to Beaufort Miltown/Castlemaine entertain Laune Rangers Keel - bye. Senior Management: James Sheehan has taken over the Mid Kerry Senior team, physical trainer - Gary McGrath, Selectors Kieran Foley Keel & Colm Joy Cromane & Physio Kieran O’Shea G/G. U14 District Team Management: Beaufort GAA Notes Lotto results: Of Sunday, 6th April for jackpot of €3,800. Numbers drawn: 10, 15, 20, 24. No jackpot winner. Consolation Prizes €80 Deborah O’Connor, Carnahone, €50 Hazel Devane, Meanus, Timmy Quirke, Listry, Ronan Ferris, Gap of Dunloe. Next draw for jackpot of €4,000 will be held in Kate Kearney’s Cottage on Sunday, 20th April. Tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5. They are available from usual sellers, shops and bars. If interested, €50 annual Tickets or Standing Orders are available from usual sellers and Executive members. Membership: Registration evening will take place on Friday, 11th April from 8pm to 9pm in Clubrooms. New members welcome. Family Membership €50 covers all children under 18 and 1 adult has use of the Gym. €50-Senior Player. €30-Individual Membership of the Club only. Reduced rate for Actively Retired and there is also Gym Membership for only €50. The Registrar is Patie Hartnett 0872515311 or Bridget 087 9975737 Healthy Club Project: Under Healthy Club Project Beaufort GAA will host a Walk in association with the Kerry Hospice on Good Friday April,18th. The route will be the new Bridges over the Gaddagh between Mealis and Lislibane. All monies raised will go towards Extension to the Palliative Care Unit at Kerry General Hospital. The route starts at Kissanes Shop, to Cronins Yard, over the Bridges, to Lisleibane and back to Kissanes Shop. Anyone interested in getting involved in this Healthy Club Project should contact Bridget gaa club call Deadline: Monday 3pm Email : [email protected] 087 9975737. This is a Community based Project so we would love to see people from the wider community coming on board. Seniors: Beaufort Seniors sponsored by Maurice Foley of MF Decorating played Laune Rangers in the last round of the Mid-Kerry League on Saturday evening. Full time score Laune Rangers 2-5 Beaufort 0-7. Team: Mike Moriarty, Patch O’Sullivan, Ger Hartnett capt., Padraig Hartnett, Shane O’Sullivan, Nathan Breen, Jeremiah O’Sullivan, Ronan Murphy, James Coffey, James O’Reilly, Padraig O’Sullivan, Jason Foley, Edwin Kelliher, Fergal Hallissey, Conor Breen. Subs: Padraig Doona, Danny Healy, Brendan Cronin, Eanna O’Malley, Gary Tangney. Their next game is away to Churchill in the County League on Sunday next.  Mid-Kerry Junior League will begin Tuesday, 8th April. Beaufort has a bye in the 1st Round. They are away to Glenbeigh/Glencar on Tuesday, 15th April. Minors: Beaufort Minors played Templenoe/ Tuosist on Friday last in Templenoe. The game was played at 12-a-side thus allowing for open football and high scores. Final score: Templenoe/Tuosist 6-7 and Beaufort 10-10. U-16s Our U-16s sponsored by Killarney Credit Union played Kilcummin on Monday night Great performances by Beaufort’s most consistent players so far this season Michael Breen and Padraig Cronin led to this win. Final score: Beaufort 4-10 to Kilcummin 4-4. They are away to Currow on April 14th. U-14s: Our U-14s sponsored by Kate Kearneys Cottage played Fossa on Tuesday night in the first round of the Division 2 U14 County League in. Playing with a strong breeze, Fossa got an early point but 2 points from Darragh Dennehy and goals from William joy and Jason Coffey saw Beaufort lead 2-2 to 0-1 after 10 minutes. Fossa hit back scoring 2-4 without reply. Goals from Darragh Dennehy and Jack O’Connor were followed by 3 Fossa points to leave teams level at half-time, Fossa 2-8 Beaufort 4-2. Fossa opened scoring in the second half with a point but a Sean Coffey goal and a point from Ciaran O’Sullivan gave Beaufort the lead. Fossa were dominating possession and despite the best efforts of Ian McGillicuddy who played very well at full back, Fossa scored 3 goals in a 10 minute spell. Further Beaufort goals from Jason Coffey and Jack O Connor saw the teams level with 8 minutes to go. Fossa finished stronger scoring a goal and 3 points with a Darragh Dennehy point only Beauforts only reply, to leave Fossa ahead 7-10 to 7-5. They are away to Dingle on Wednesday 9th April at 7pm. U12s: Our U-12s were at home to Gneeveguilla on Monday. They are away to Firies on Sunday next. U-12 Girls: Our U-12 girls sponsored by Anthony Foley Decorating played Ballymac on Tuesday night. Ballymac won on a score-line of 5-9 to 2-3. After a poor first half Beaufort got more into the game in the 2nd half and had goals from the impressive Lena Kissane and Maggie Kingston. Leanne Hayes had a fine game at full-back and Adele O’Brien at full-forward while U10 players such as Orlaigh O’Brien, Lucy Breen, Ciara Cronin and Emma Kissane also played well. More detailed Match Reports are available weekly on the Club website on www.beaufortgaaclub.com Kerry Ladies: Well done to the Kerry Ladies who are top of Division 1 in the Tesco Homegrown National League. They had a fine win on Sunday last when the accounted Donegal in Tralee IT. Captain Bernie Breen, Patrice Dennehy and Amy Foley contributed well to this win. Their next game is a semi-final pairing against Cork in 2 weeks time. LEGION GAA CLUB NOTES EAST KERRY LEAGUE FINAL: Despite very poor weather conditions, Legion and Glenflesk served up an exciting and competitive East Kerry League Div 1 final last Saturday evening. Played at Lewis Rd. scores were at a premium and there was never more than a point or two between the sides, Legion trailing 0-04 v 0-06 at the short whistle. Conor Keanes recent good run of scoring form continued and when he flicked to the net midway through the second half, it gave the team the lift they needed. They held on to win by a single point 1-07 v 0-09. Podge O’Connor duly accepted the James Fleming Memorial cup on behalf of the team from Tim Ryan of the East Kerry Board. MINOR COUNTY LEAGUE: The minors hosted a good Churchill side last Friday evening in the penultimate round of the County league. After a whirlwind start for the visitors scoring 1-02 without reply in the opening minutes, the Legion lads settled well and controlled the remainder of the half and went in at the interval on level terms. The second half saw Churchill get more into the game and as the half wore on they had edged themselves into a 3 point lead but as is the trademark of this Legion team, they dug deep and with some great passing movements they overhauled their opponents to clinch a victory by the narrowest of margins 1-14 v 2-10. HISTORY OF HURLING: There will be a one day seminar on the history of hurling presented by Muckross traditional farms and will be hald at Muckross Schoolhouse. MC for the day will be none other than Micheal O Muircheartaigh with a host of hurling greats also in attendance. All are welcome. CLOTHING COLLECTION: The club are accepting any bags of old clothes from now until May 17 at the clubhouse, so please gather all the unwanted clothes lying around in the back of your wardrobe and in the process not only will it kickstart your springcleaning but it will also help raise much needed funds for our girls teams GIRLS U12: The girls u12 team got their campaign off to a winning start last week when they travelled to Scartaglen and came away with a 5-05 v 4-03 victory. Training continues Thursday nights 7-8pm. CLUBPERSON OF THE YEAR: This years recipient of the Cooper Cup which is awarded every year to the person that the club deems to have gone above and beyond their duties is Marie O’Sullivan. Marie is a most worthy recipient of this award and will be presented with the trophy at our Annual Awards and Social night on Easter Sunday night in the East Avenue Hotel. This promises to be a great night so spread the word and come along .There will be intermittent music throughout the evening and along with the presentation of the awards, the club will launch its 5 year plan. Finger food will be served, the format is casual and the admission is free. U14 COUNTY LEAGUE: In the opening round of the County League u14, we faced Dr. Crokes last Wednesday evening at Derreen. There was a fine display of skill to be enjoyed by supporters of both teams in a highly entertaining game. We went in at halftime trailing by a goal but a great second half performance especially in the last ten minutes saw us gain the victory on a 4-11 v 3-08 scoreline. NEW ARRIVAL: Congratulations to Paudie O’Connor and his wife Audrey on the birth of a bouncing baby boy Sean Kevin, Paudie, originally from Woodlawn is a former underage star with Legion and is now living in Perth. The club wishes them well. UNDERAGE ACADEMY: The underage football academy continues every Saturday morning from 10.30 to 12. Its still not too late to join up so if anyone is interested you are more than welcome. CLUB SHOP: The club shop with a wide variety of club gear ranging from playing gear and boots to polo shirts and jackets will be open every Saturday morning from 10.30 to 12 BIRTHDAY GREETINGS: A big happy birthday to Mark Moriarty from Aghadoe who turned 18 last weekend. SYMPATHY: The club offers its condolenses to the O’Neill family from Muckross on the death of their mother Mary. The O’Neill family are steeped in Legion tradition so to Marie, Seamus, Mike, Rita, Donie, John and Charles we send our sympathy. Sympathy is also extended to the family and relatives of Dorothy Henggeler who passed away too early in life last week. Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis. U12 FOOTBALL: The u12 teams took on Austin Stacks at Derreen last Sunday evening with the Green team proving too strong for their Tralee counterparts and the White team whilst playing some lovely football came up short against a physically stronger Stacks side. LOTTO: Numbers drawn for Sunday 7/4/14 were 1, 7, 16, 21. FIXTURES: U14 away to Laune Rangers 16 April. U12 both teams away to John Mitchels 13 April. Senior County League away to Gneeveguilla Saturday 7pm. 11.04.14 45 gaa club call Deadline: Monday 3pm Email : [email protected] Crokes winning by 8 points in the end. Dr. Crokes GAA Club Notes LOTTO: Draw took place in the Tatler Jack on Sunday last. Numbers drawn: 1, 5, 6, 21. The jackpot of €7800 was not won. Match 3, 6 winners received €70. Next week’s jackpot is €8100. Draw will take place in the Tatler Jack. FIXTURES: Senior League. Div 1: Home vs. Milltown/Castlemaine, Sunday 13th April, 2pm. Senior League. Div 5: Home vs. Renard, Sunday 13th April, 2pm. Senior Ladies League: Away vs. Dromid, Sunday 13th April, 12pm. U14 Co. League: Home vs. Laune Rangers, Wednesday 9th April, 7pm. U12 Co. League: Away vs. Laune Rangers, Sunday 13th April, 6pm. Please support. RESULTS: U16 EK League: Dr. Crokes 4-16, Rathmore 0-13. U14 League Div. 1: Dr. Crokes 3-08, Legion 4-11. U14 League Div. 9: Dr. Crokes 5-08, Spa 4-18 SENIOR HURLING: Training continues every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 8:00pm. New hurlers always welcome. The first round of the Div. 2 Co. League takes place on Wednesday, April 16th at 7:00pm away to Kilgarvan. Please support. SATURDAY MORNING ACADEMY: Our Saturday morning hurling & football academies continue this weekend: Hurling from 10:00am to 10:40am, followed by football 10:45am to 12 noon. Both codes are supervised by qualified coaches and all equipment is provided. COISTE NA nOG - FOOTBALL: U12 footballers continue their preparation for the season on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00pm to 6:15pm. The U12 girls train on Mondays 4:30pm 5:45pm and also on Thursdays with the U14 & U16 girls from 6:00pm to 7:15pm. New players welcome. Don’t forget your mouth-guards!! U16 HURLING: The South Kerry U16 team suffered a defeat in Round 2 of the Division 1 Co. League on Thursday last to a strong Crotta outfit. Despite losing, all players put in a huge effort right to the final whistle. We have a bye in the next round but will face Lixnaw away in Round 4 on Thursday, 17th April. U14 HURLING: The U14 hurlers had a comprehensive win over Causeway on Saturday last in Round 2 of the U14 County Hurling League. Final score: South Kerry 5-12, Causeway 0-05. U12 HURLING: Dr Crokes U12’s made a winning start to there Co. Hurling League campaign against Kilgarvan on Friday last. A great display of hurling skills from these young stars who always looked in control after an early goal from Caoilte Setanta O’Cronin. As the game moved on superb displays from Tom Doyle, Jason Kerins and Padraic Looney really started to boss the game. Up front Charlie Keating looked a constant threat. A great start with all players working hard on the night. Dr 46 11.04.14 NATIONAL LEAGUE CHALLENGE: Congratulations to Denise O’Sullivan who emerged victorious after the seven rounds of this years National League Challenge. Thank you to the large number of people who contributed. MASTERS GOLF CHALLENGE: Entry Cards for the Masters Challenge to be returned by 12 noon, Thursday 10th April. Please support. CONGRATULATIONS: To Aaron Murphy who won an All-Ireland Colleges Medal with Colaiste Ghobnatan on Saturday. Kerry Ladies Kerry ladies sealed their return to the top flight of the Tesco HomeGrown Ladies NFL with a victory over Donegal on Sunday in the IT Tralee. The victory ensure Kerry retains their top of the table status in their last home game of the #KerryLadiesSpringSeries, supported by Tralee Credit Union. It took Kerry awhile to shake off the Ulster side, who despite already being relegated were not there just to make up the numbers. Kerry elected to play with a strong breeze in the first half but it was Donegal who would hit for the first goal, when Aislinn Cunningham flicked the ball into the Kerry net beyond the reach of Edel Murphy & helped Donegal into lead for the first & only time in the game. Patrice Dennehy who was lively in attack all day replied for Kerry 10 mins later with a well taken effort & Kerry hit 5 unanswered points, half time score Kerry 1-08 Donegal 1-01. Donegal playing with the wind in the second half again started lively & again hit for goal leaving only 4 points between the sides. But Kerry held their nerves & with a sweeping attack Sarah Jane Joy hit for Kerry’s second goal, keeping Donegal at arms length. Louise Galvin captialising on a rare mistake in the Donegal defence added Kerry’s third goal, leaving the score Kerry 3-10 Donegal 2-05 in the 45th min. Donegal however kept fighting back & hit Kerry for a third goal. Kerry however with 7 mins left on the clock played a possession game & held Donegal at bay, running out confident winners in the end. Final Score; Kerry 3-12 Donegal 3-06Kerry’s reward for a top spot is a semi final clash against neighbours Cork on 27th April, venue TBC later. Best of luck to the Kerry minors who face Limerick on Saturday 12th April in John Mitchells Tralee at 1 pm. The minor this year is run on a round robin basis, a welcome departure on the straight knock out final the past few years. Kerry management report a clean bill of health & are asking for a Kerry crowd to come out & support the team, who have been training since November. The Rhyno Quality Feeds Co League swings back into action this week & next week, with games across all 4 Divisions. Division 1 sees an interesting clash between Laune Rangers & Castleisland Desmonds, Sunday in Killorglin. Both teams are peppered with county players – interesting clashes Aoife Lyons, Cait Lynch & Aisling Leonard Castleisland & Kerry defenders against Laune Rangers & Kerry forwards Sarah Houlihan, Patrice Dennehy & Amy Foley, some interesting match ups there. In Division 2 sees a Tralee Town Derby as Austin Stacks travel down the road to Na Gaeil, a repeat of the county Junior Championship final last year. Austin Stacks who defeated Finuge/St Senans in their rescheduled back game will be looking for a solid team performance to enhance their league ambitions. In Division 3 John Mitchells face a determined Southern Gaels B side, who had a dug out a draw against Miltown/Listy in rescheduled back game. Both sides are young & new to Division 3 so will be an interesting test for both sides. Finally in Division 4 sees a North Kerry derby with experienced outfits Causeway travelling to Beale. Beale had a tough first day outing against Fossa regrouped well against Cromane & will be hoping for more of the same. All fixtures on website. In the Educate.ie U14 Co league Fossa continued their good vein of form with a strong win over local rivals Legion/ Beaufort in Divison 1. In Division 2 Finuge/St Senans put in a dogged display against a strong Corca Dhuibhne side but found the home side very well organised & found it difficult to get their scores. In Division 3 Cromane followed up their impressive performance against Abbeydorney last week with another strong performance against Glenflesk, leaving them the pace setters in that division. Finally in Division 4 Ballymac made it 2 from 2 with only 3 points to spare over Laune Rangers. Third round takes place on Sunday 13th at 5 pm. The Dr. Crokes Juvenile Hurling Academy which is on every Saturday from 10.00 to 10.45 followed by the Football Academy from 10:45 - 12:00. With the young hurlers are qualified coaches Gene Doherty, Fergal Smith, Timmy Hourigan, Pat McElligott and Niall Keogh. killarney sports Deadline: Monday 3pm Email : [email protected] Killarney Bridge Club Results for Monday 24th of March 2014 1.Phyl Lynch and Miriam Darcy 2.Hazel O’Connell and Marjorie Barton 3. Visitors 4.Doreen Brosnan and Maureen Lyne Also, just to remind all members that the A.G.M is on 28th of April 2014 at 7p.m in the Gleneagle Hotel. KILLARNEY COUGARS BC JUVENILES NEWS U14 Girls AICC. Cougars U14 girls will this weekend contest the All Ireland Club Championships (AICC) this year being held this year in Kerry hosted by by the KAB, This Cougars teams have enjoyed considerable success in recent years and again this year another successful season saw qualification as League Runners up to St Marys following important league wins on the road away to Tralee Imperials Killarney Cougars U14 Girls who compete in the All Ireland Club Championships In Tralee. and St Josephs Abbeyfeale. St Marys Castleisland were the only team to defeat gave great assistance to the successful running Wednesday evening Fourballs: the Cougars in this years campaign and the of the teams all through the season. competition will continue each Wednesday Castleisland girls will start as many peoples Schools Super Sevens 2014: The Annual evening 7pm. favourites for this weekends Tournament Schools Super Sevens games continued last Easter Camp: The Easter Camp will following recent schools All Ireland success week with the Boys opening group games, commence this -Tuesday morning April 15th 10 being a good indicator of theie chances this Good performances through the week came am and will continue on Wednesday 16th and year. from Tureencahill, Presentation Monastary, St Thursday 17th, Entry fee is €35 per child and Cougars Coached this season by James Olivers, O’Brennan, Knockaderry, Fossa and €100 for three children. Fleming and Mike Cahillane have prepared well Gneeveguilla all who produced very good Sports Predictor: During the course of and recent victories over Glanmire Cork and performances and results in the opening this summer Deerpark are running a SPORTS Limerick Celtics have ensured confidence in rounds to advance to the knockout stages PREDICTOR event. It is based on forecasting the the camp is very good despite a difficult draw. which resumes for the Boys after the Easter winner or winners of ten major sporting events Cougars travel to Tralee and come up against break on April 28th. Full details on this years which are taking place,This is a fundraIser with Midlands Champions Portlaoise Panthers competition are available on the web www. a difference as it will take almost six months to and Galway Champions Maree in a tough schoolsupersevensbasketball.com complete, Tickets are priced at €10 each with group for Cougars first time competing in this A full list of the latest training and fixtures a first prize of €500 up for grabs,We would competition. Cougars team will be selected is available on the club website www. encourage all members and supporters of our from Kate Stack, Grace Cahillane, Kate Maher, killarneycougars.com club to contribute to this as all funds made will Erica McGlynn, Shelly Clifford, Sarah Doody, go towards the upkeep of this wonderful facility,. Orlagh Dineen, Anna O’Reilly, Ana Bellew, We will keep you updated after each event on Shona O’Brien, Millie Luck. Orla Moynihan, our website (www.deerparkpitchandputt.com) Ciara Griffin, Kelly Ahern. The opening Group By John Kelly or on Facebook,Tickets are available from our games for Cougars will be played at Cuman Sympathy of all members is extended to Sean committee members or alternartively,you can Iosaef, Tralee with the Finals scheduled for and Ann Kelly on the death of Ann’s mother in contact Aidan O87--33647O5 or Colm O87-Castleisland on next Sunday. Cork. May she Rest in Peace. 7673742. Kerry Area Board League Trophy Presentations Competitions: On Sunday morning the Membership: Those still wishing to renew Cougars received two League Trophies on team of Sean Courtney and Mary O’Brien their membership are advised to contact Colm Friday evening last at Meadowlands Hotel finished level with St John Kelliher and John O’Dowd at 087--7673742 oir Sean Kelly at 086Tralee before a large attendance. Cougars U12 Kelly,Football and other committments did not -0508686.there will be 10% discount for new girls Captains Aoife Kissane and Katie Joy were allow for the extra holes to decide the game. members or lapsed members wishing to re-join on had to receive the trophy with Coaches Possibly a replay at a later date. the club. Kelly Ahern and Abigail Graham and the rest of Seniors competition: A large contingment Best Wishes to Inter. and Juniors the team also receiving their medals. Cougars from Deerpark and Gleneagle Pitch & Putt clubs Best wishes are extended to our Intermediate second League title of the season went to the travelled to Castleisland for this months senior and junior teams in their opening game v St U16 girls Coached by Allyson Caggio and Chloe competition, Winners were John O’Halloran Annes at Bruff on this Saturday. O’Doherty with Abigail Graham collecting the GlenEagle and Dan O’Callaghan Castleisland trophy from County Board Secretary Rosari and on second place Betty O’Brien Deerpark O’Connor. Both teams impressed throughout and Johnny McCarthy Castleisland. Next the year and enjoyed great support with special seniors outing will be at Deerpark on Tuesday By Marie Wade mention to parents Teresa Kissane with the U12 May 6th. Fermoy race report: The sunshine in girls and Susan Graham U16 girls, who both Derpark Pitch & Putt Killarney Cycling club 11.04.14 47 killarney sports Deadline: Monday 3pm Email : [email protected] Fermoy today only served to brighten up what was an already glorious day for Killarney Cycling Club. You have often heard me say that we were out in numbers but today we had reinforcements in the form of our juvenile riders on their first outing of the season in open road racing, and they did themselves and our club proud. I met them after they finished their racing and all I could see were smiling happy faces. In the U14 race Fergal Murphy made the first podium finish of the day when he sprinted home in 3rd place. Oisin O Connor was the first U13 home and Evan Kissane was 4th U13. Brilliant results and great credit is due to Mark Muphy and Philip O Connor for looking after our future champions so well. When the juvenile races were finished the main event of the day got underway, the A1/2 race run over 5x20Km laps. John Mannix showed that he is finally recovering from a recent chest infection when he rode in for a very well deserved 4th and if the race had been a few kilometres longer he could well have done better as he had been chasing down and gaining on a three man break for the last 10km. A few seconds later Matt Slattery had a strong finish to come in in 10th place. Mike Lucey finished well in the main field but he had emptied the energy tank early in the race in an early escape attempt. Stephen Doherty was our only Junior rider in the A3 race and he is showing some serious promise as a road racer as well as a mountain biker. Stephen never looked at all under pressure in the A3 bunch and I am predicting here and now that there are some great results to come from Stephen in the future. Our leisure riders were out as well this weekend and we were represented in the local Tour de Ballyfinnane and in the Tour of Sligo. Well done to one and all! Can I remind everyone that our Wednesday leisure rides start again on the 30th April and we have a registration in the Dromhall on the 23rd April for anyone who wishes to join us with a view to doing the Ring of Kerry. Rathmore / Gneeveguilla Community Games: U13 Boys basketball: The U13 boys basketball team along with coaches Cormac Collins & John O’ Keeffe travelled to Castleisland on Sunday last to part-take in this competition. The boys first met with the team from Glenbeigh / Glencar, they then played the team representing St Brendans / Oakpark winning both their games they then played Caherciveen in the semi- final. Proving to be the stronger team they advanced to the final where they met with the boys from Currow/ Currans. Eventhough the final was a very exciting games Currow / Currans proved a bit too strong for the Rathmore / Gneeveguilla lads. The day 48 11.04.14 ended with Rathmore / Gneeveguilla being the recipients of the silver medals. The boys should be very proud of their performance, they are to be commended on their team performance along with the skills they displayed. Team members were: Ronan Collins, Eoghan O’ Rahilly, Tadhg O’ Connor, Ian O’ Connor, Alan Dineen, Dan Murphy, Daniel Collins, Paudie O’ Leary, Damien Cronin and James Darmody. We are extremely grateful to Cormac and john for the many hours training they had arranged for the boys, thank you to Scoil phobail Sliabh Luachra & caretakers for the use of the gym, thank you to Rathmore & Gneeveguilla basketball club for their assistance with this competition. Congratulations & well done to all involved. Swimming training continues on Saturdays 4.00 – 4.45pm in the Aura, Killarney. Anyone interested in entering cross country or mixed distance races contact Cynthia (086)0818606 or Aeneas (087)6577167 Trials continue for U12 girls football. Killarney Rugby Club Heineken Cup Tickets Draw – the tickets were won by the wonderful alickadoo and loyal supporter and helper of the Club, Stewart Eakin. Many thanks to all who generously bought tickets and those who sold them. The funds were very badly needed for general running costs of the club. Bag-Packing – yes every one’s favourite past time is back again and on behalf of the Charity Habitat the Club are descending on TESCO Park Road to man the tills from 10:30am until 8pm. We will have buckets and bibs and will represent Habitat – Houses for Homeless and other misfortunates. We need to get as many parents to please give us a hand on HOLY THURSDAY from 10:30 to 8pm. Contact Mike Fuller PRO 087 6489 628 or Sec Anne Clifford on 087 2229039 to offer your hour or two please. Munster V Toulouse, Many thanks to everybody who made such a great effort at selling raffle tickets for the Munster v Toulouse game, this raised much needed funds for the running of the club. Killarney minis will host Killorglin on Saturday the 12th of April at Knockreer for all ages from U12s down to u7s. Queries Tom Campbell 0872657994. Under 14s – no game last weekend as we were supporting Munster in their fab win. However we have an away game at Killorglin this Saturday. Bus leaves High Street car park at 9.20am and bring €3 for bus and something for the shop stop. Under 18s – the re-match between the top teams Killarney take on the favourites Tralee at 12pm at Castleisland RFC. Killarney did not do themselves justice the last time knowing they gave away ball inside their opponents 22. They were great when they kept the ball in hand and let’s hope we see a more steady game plan from this talented bunch of lads. Please give your support and remember it’s SUNDAY morning! Killarney Senior XV – our Senior squad travel to Bandon for a 2.30 kick off against the fancied home side in the Munster Junior Shield. Best of luck to Paul and the lads who have done really well to hold their spot in the league this season. Killorglin Rowing Club Piediluco Regatta, Italy: Big congratulations to Monika Dukarska for being selected to represent Ireland at the senior international rowing events this season. Monika raced the Women’s Double Scull event (W2x) at the last national assessment held at the National Rowing Centre in Inniscarra, Co. Cork producing a performance that guaranteed her place on the Irish team. This Wednesday Monika will travel to Piediluco Memorial Regatta in Tarni in Italy to race the women’s double scull race. She will also travel to the European Rowing Championships in Belgrade in Serbia at the end of May. Big congratulations and best of luck this weekend! Killorglin Rowing Club Monthly Draw winners: February 1st Prize Sheila Bennett 2nd Prize Patricia McGillycuddy 3rd Prize Ann & Chris Edwards March 1st Prize Eileen O’Connor 2nd Prize Noreen O’Grady 3rd Prize Noel Shanahan Congratulations to all the winners and thank you for your continued support! Would you like to support the Rowing Club and sign up? Please e-mail killorglinrowingclub@gmail. com or text 087-3521840 and we’ll send you a form! It’s only €2 per week or €8 per month. It could be you next month! Payment options: direct debit, cheque or cash. Skibbereen Regatta: Killorglin Rowing Club athletes take to the water for the first status one regatta this season. Skibbereen Regatta will be held at the National Rowing Centre in Inniscarra Co. Cork on Saturday and Sunday next. The rowers will race events from under14 boys races to senior women and senior men races. The panel of sixteen rowers will represent the Club on the day. Best of luck to all. Timetable and entries are available on the iaru.ie website. Follow our Facebook page at killorglinrowing and our blog on http:// killorglinrowing.wordpress.com/ for updates. Coastal Training: Next coastal training will be held on Saturday, the 12th of April at 3:30pm (U12’s), 4pm (U14’s), 4:30pm (U16’s) and on Sunday, the 13th of April at 4pm (U12’s), 4:30pm (U14’s) and 5pm (U16’s). For the exact training schedule for coastal and slider rowing email [email protected]. Killorglin Rowing Club has an open door policy and all are welcome! killarney sports Deadline: Monday 3pm Email : [email protected] Muckross Rowing Club EVENTS: Best of luck to all our crews competing in the Skibbereen Regatta this weekend at the National Rowing Centre in Inniscarra. The club will be represented by ten junior crews and we wish them every success. The Limerick Regatta and annual Schools Regatta are scheduled later in April for Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th April respectively. Both events will take place at the O’Briensbridge course. FUNDRAISER BBQ: On Sunday 11th May, the club will be hosting a special barbecue event at the Muckross Park Hotel from 2pm to 6pm. Proceeds raised will go towards vital equipment to serve our junior members in the years ahead. Tickets are €15 for adults, €10 for under 18s and €50 for family tickets. With live music, great food and a bouncing castle for the younger kids, the barbecue is set to be a great gathering for members and supporters, young and old. Bring all the family and kick start your summer! It will be a great opportunity to catch up and we are especially appealing to former members for their support. If you are in contact with a former member of the club, please let them know. Tickets will be available from club members shortly. Further details of the event will be available on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/muckrossrc and our club website www.muckrossrowingclub.ie. Don’t miss it! All welcome. ROWING IRELAND AGM: Our thanks to Alan Lyne who represented the club at the AGM and earlier Fixtures Meeting of Rowing Ireland, held on Sunday last in Dublin. Our Muckross Head Of the River event remains at the usual fixture of the first Saturday in December. CLUB MEETING: Our thanks to all members and especially parents of junior members who attended our information meeting held last Saturday in the Killarney Oaks. We are eagerly looking forward to the regatta season over summer and our upcoming fundraiser events, including our May barbeque. As discussed at the meeting our local Muckross Lottery provides vital funds for the ongoing running of the club and investment in new equipment. If you would like to purchase or sell weekly tickets or set up a green ticket for a number of weeks or longer, contact Linda Daly 087 693 5508 or Eadaoin Moynihan 086 152 9476 for all enquiries or further information. GET GOING GET ROWING: If you are interested in trying out rowing, the club is always open to new members. Our beginner junior group for those aged 12-14 continues to train on Sunday mornings at 12pm. We are also open to new members at adult level. Training for both mens and womens groups takes place midweek at the Muckross Community Centre and weekends from the boathouse. For enquiries or further information contact Eadaoin Moynihan 086 152 9476. MUCKROSS LOTTERY: Results of Muckross Lottery for 5th April 2014. Numbers drawn: 6, 8, 10, 13. Lucky Number: 1. Congratulations to jackpot winner Louise Cronin! The next draw will take place this Saturday 12th April 2014 at the Gleneagle. Jackpot: €1,000. Match 4 plus Lucky Number in panel 2: €2,000. Gneeveguilla Club Athletic Lotto: No winner of our lotto draw 04/04/2014, numbers drawn were 4, 6, 14 and 16. Sellers prize – Margaret Hayes, €50 yearly ticket prize winner John O’ Dnoghue Lyrecorrin, €50 to Mary Houlihan c/o Margaret Hayes, €40 each to Seamus McCarthy Gneeveguilla PO, Donagh Fitzpatrick Kilcummin, Mags Somers Currow. €1,000 bonus not won, numbers drawn were 2,18,20 and26. Next week we draw €8,400, plus lucky dips. Well done to Francis Cronin who was placed first in U14 800m and young Oisin O’Leary, both took medals at the Leevale Open sports in Cork City last Sunday. Thr next big event is the County Road Championships in Killorglin on Sunday next at 11am. No doubt we will be one of the top clubs there. The race is 10K for everybody which includes Seniors, Masters and Juniors. Our runners will be notified as to the route and race headquarters during the week. Watch out for our school sports date shortly. The Jack O’ Keeffe juvenile street races and road race will take place Easter Monday in Kiskeam New club singlets on sale €20. Training Wednesday at Riocht Track, bus leaves Gneeveguilla at 5.30 pm, Friday 7.00 – 8.00 pm in The convent Field Rathmore, Saturday 10.30 am in Boherbue Comprehensive School, bus leaving Gneeveguilla 10.00 am Firies Community Games By Carmel Sheahan Team Projects U11 over 9, U13 over 11, U16 over 13 The results of the local competition are U11 1st - Ciara Duggan, Laoisa O Connor & Josh Vermanglo. 2nd - Daniel Cremin, Jack Fitzgerald, Jordan Hood and Adam Cronin. 3rd Emma Affonso, Aibhin Cronin, Aleanne Fleming and Ethan Campbell. U13 - 1st - Martha Fitzgerald, Gianna O Donoghue, Chloe O Connor & Olivia Goulding. 2nd - Olivia Darlington, Megan Daly, Kimberley O Brien & Cerys Rider. 3rd - Laura O Connor, Cian Sheahan & Tomas Clifford. U16 - 1st - Rachel Hoctor, Shannon Foster, Mia O Keefe & Mattie O Connell. Only 1st from each group goes forward to County Final. Thank you to everyone who took part in the local competition and to the teachers and principal Ms Brosnan of Firies National School who facilitated while judging took place and thank you to Carmel Penrose and Jerome Crowley who had the task of judging the local competition. All the children felt they had learned so much from taking part in the competition. On Friday April 5th the County Final took place in the KYDS in Tralee. Our U11 team of Ciara, Laoise and Josh won 4th place Certificates and well done to them on an excellent project on “Our County”. Congratulations to our U13 team of Martha, Gianna, Chloe and Olivia who also won 4th place Certificates on their project on “The Internet”. The U16 team of Rachel, Shannon, Mia and Mattie won Gold medals on their project on “Pop Music” and congratulations to them. They will go forward to represent Kerry in the All Ireland Finals in Athlone in August. Basketball boys U13: This competition took place on Sunday 6th April in Community Centre in Castleisland. Our Firies team are a very young team and we had 6 players on the day. Well done to this team who were happy to take part and represent Firies. Firstly, Firies played a strong Castleisland team and then went on to play Caherciveen later in the day. Firies lost out to both these teams but Community Games is all about taking part in an event and working as a team. Well done to the team of Tadgh Riordan, James O Leary, Tomas Scott, Cian Sheahan, Brian Burke and Michael Brosnan. Thank you to Fiona Walsh and John O Leary who helped out on the day. Forthcoming events for April: Model Making Sunday April 13th, Soccer Boys U12 Sunday April 13th, Quiz U14 Friday April 18th, Basketball U11 mixed Monday April 21st, Tag Rugby U11 & U14 Sunday April 27th. Firies Community Games are continuing to maintain and encourage a healthy eating programme during Community Games events. Firies committee would encourage children to bring water to these events rather than fizzy drinks. Contact any committee member regarding any events. 11.04.14 49 Killarney soccer Killarney Athletic A.F.C. Fixtures: Kerry Schoolboys/Girls League Saturday 12-4-2014 Under 9 & 10 Mini Blitz Venue 3.Celtic Park 2.00pm Killarney Athletic/Mastergeeha Inter Kenmare/K.Celtic John Murphy Under 12 Cup Quarter Finals Killarney Athletic v Ballyhar Dynamos 10.030am Tucker Kelly Cup Under 16 Quarter Finals Killarney Celtic A v Killarney Athletic A 10.30am SENIORS: Premier A Killarney Athletic A team are at home to Park at 11.30am on Sunday. Denny Youths League Fixture Saturday 12th April,2014 Killarney Athletic v St Brendan’s Park 11.30am ACADEMY: Our academy 6 - 10 year olds is moving back to Woodlawn today Friday April 11th from 5.00pm - 6.30pm Results: Seniors Killarney Athletic A 1 Listowel Celtic 4 Merchandise: Killarney Athletic merchandise can now be ordered on merchandise@ killarneyathletic.com Killarney Athletic Website: Please check the website on www.killarneyathletic.com or facebook for match reports, club information and contact details. Contact: If you have anything to add to Killarney Athletic A.F.C. notes please contact Mary McCarrick on 087 7750773 or [email protected]. Killarney Celtic Congratulations to Celtic player Lynn Jones on her wedding last weekend to George Burchill, and best wishes to both of them for the future. Comghgairdeas freisin to imreoiri Ceilteach Cill Airne, muinteoir Shane Dennehy agus peiladoir Daniel O’Donoghue, a bhuagh Craobh Colaiste na hEireann C le Colaiste Ghobnatan, Baile Mhuirne, an seachtain seo caite. Family Fun Day: Killarney Celtic will be hosting our annual Family Fun Day from 2.00 – 5.00pm on Monday, May 5th. One and all of every age are very welcome. Last Man Standing: Round 9 and still 8 contenders to be the last on their feet – a lot of them are depending on Aston Vil to do the business this week! Results: Denny Premier: Castleisland 3 Killarney Celtic 3 Celtic were 1-0 down at the break despite having dominated the play. Peter McCarthy struck twice in 90 seconds early in the second half to turn it around, Gintarus Paketuras made it 3-1 in our favour. Castleisland were reduced to 10 men but stuck to the attack and managed to draw level. U15 Premier: Mastergeeha 1 Killarney Celtic 2 The clinching game that confirmed us as U15 champions was as tough as any, and it needed a David Clifford brace to see off a gallant home challenge. U14 Premier: Castleisland 1 Killarney Celtic 4 50 11.04.14 Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] Deadline: 3pm Monday Sean Doherty, Ryan Kelliher, Micheal Devlin and Javier Heredia got the goals in a convincing display by Celtic. U13 Kerry Cup: Killorglin 0 Killarney Celtic 1 Celtic were outstanding aginst the Natuional Cup quarter-finallists. Ryan Kelliher got the vital goal, while the excellence of Mark Kelliher, Dara Dennehy, Caolan Ryan, and Patrick Darcy (who also scored for Kerry against Clare last weekend) stood out in a great overall team display. U13 Div One: Killarney Celtic B 1 Inter Kenmare 2 A great team effort, including a cracking goal by Adam Kissane, wasn’t enough to earn a share of the spoils against an excellent Kenmare side. U13 Div One: Killarney Celtic C 2 Fenit 1 Killarney Celtic C closed the gap on the sides above them following a tough win over Fenit. Lorcan Martin and Jack McCarthy got the goals for Celtic while Adam Kelly was magnificent in goal. Fixtures: Denny Premier A: Killarney Celtic away to Listowel Celtic, Sunday, 11.30am Denny Premier B: Killarney Celtic at home to Castlegregory, Sunday, 11.30am U17 League: Killarney Celtic at home to AC Athletic, Saturday, 11.30am U16 Girls: Killarney Celtic at home to Listowel Celtic, Friday, 6.45pm U16 Kerry Cup: Killarney Celtic at home to Killarney Athletic, Saturday, 10.30am U16 Kerry Plate: Killarney Celtic B away to Park C, Saturday, TBC U14 Kerry Cup: Killarney Celtic A away to Park B, Saturday, 12 noon U14 Kerry Cup: Killarney Celtic B away to Inter Kenmare, Saturday, 10.30am U12 Girls: Killarney Celtic at home to Listowel Celtic, Friday, 6.45pm U12 Kerry Cup: Killarney Celtic B away to Castleisland, Saturday, 12 noon Juvenile Tournaments: There were Celtic teams at blitzes in Celtic Park and Christy Leahy Park last Saturday, with everybody acquitting themselves very well on the playing field and, more importantly, having a great time. A big thank you to all the great volunteers, from our own club as well as so may others, who worked hard to make them such greatemorable occasions for the youngsters. Football For All: Killarney Celtic FC Football For All team coaching sessions are taking place every Monday from 5.30pm6.30pm at Celtic Park. This is a team for children who are not able to play with mainstream soccer teams. All children aged 6yrs-14yrs with intellectual, physical or sensory special needs are welcome. Parents who are interested in bringing their child/children should call Jane on 086-2243435 or John on 086-8177729. Pitch Bookings: Killarney Celtic’s All Weather has seen all our teams complete a full schedule of games, regardless of the weather, in a top class facility condusive to top quality soccer. Killarney Celtic have decided to offer the pitch, dressing rooms, kitchen facilities, to any club looking to complete adult or juvenile games for €120. Anyone interested in renting our full-sized All Weather should contact Noel Brosnan at 087 2340981. There are still some slots remaining for our popular All Weather Training Pitch (also ideal for children’sparties). Contact Mary Lyne 0866485809. Lotto Results: Numbers drawn 2, 3, 14, 16. No winner, two x match 3, Mary Corkery c/o Corkerys Bar, High St., Matt and Siobhan Courtney, St. Brendans Tce., €75 each. Next week’s jackpot €6200, draw in the Failte on Monday night. Tickets available from all club officers. Lotto Sellers / Yearly Lotto: The club is calling on all members to sell at least 5 Lotto tickets. We all saw the cost of running the club in the financial reports so upping the Lotto sales would ease this burden. Also anyone who wishes to buy a Yearly Lotto ticket and ensure they are in the 52 draws in one go can contact Der Lyne on 086 3787738. If anyone has information for the notes contact Jimmy O’Sullivan Darcy 087 9633397 or [email protected]. Check out www. killarneyceltic.com for Killarney Celtic news, match reports, or photos. Two sides progress in the 13’s Cup: Results: 13’s Cup: Killorglin A 0-1 Killarney Celtic Camp 6-4 Killarney Athletic. JK Sports 12 Division 1: Killarney Athletic 1-7 Kingdom Boys Fenit 7-2 Park C Daly’s Supervalu 13 Division 1: Ballyhar 1-3 Listowel Celtic B Killarney Celtic B 1-2 Inter Kenmare 13 Division 2: Park B 1 - 1 Killorglin B Killarney Celtic C 2-1 Fenit Foundation Sports 14 Premier: Park 3-2 Kingdom Boys Castleisland 1-4 Killarney Celtic A Killarney Plaza 15 Premier: Listowel Celtic 1-4 Kingdom Boys Mastergeeha 1-2 Killarney Celtic A 15 Division 1: Inter Kenmare 2-0 Asdee Park B 2-6 Ballyhar Tralee Trophy World 16 Plate: Park C 1-3 Castleisland Reports: There was one back game in the 13’s Cup first round and it is Killarney Celtic that move into the last 16 after a 1-0 win away to Killorglin. Ryan Kelliher got the Celtic goal in a game where Darren Dineen and Mark Kelliher were outstanding. Killarney Celtic will meet Ballyhar at Celtic Park for a place in the last 8. Sean Corcoran and Conor Burke had big games for Killorglin while Alex O’Connor in goal did very well to keep his side in touch while Gar Hassett went very close to getting an equaliser in the last minute. A round ahead and there was a cracker in Camp. The home side, top of Division 2 defeated Killarney Athletic, the leaders in Division after a goal-fest. It ended 6-4 to Camp with the goals coming from a Christopher Keane hat trick plus a goal each from Killian Falvey, Jack Farrell and Killarney soccer Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] Deadline: 3pm Monday Ruaidhri Begley. Tadgh Doolan scored twice for Athleitc with Seamus Gallagher and Eamon Long getting the others. Camp joins Killarney Celtic B, Park A, Listowel Celtic A and C and Mastergeeha who are all through to the last eight. Christy Leahy Invitational u11’s Tournament: 8 teams – Kingdom Boys, Killarney Celtic A & B, Listowel Celtic, Killlorglin, Camp and the A & B side from the host The Park enjoyed a great day of soccer at Christy Leahy Park in front of the legend himself. And Christy had to wait a while to present the Cup, named in his honour as the final went to penalties. Killorglin were 2-0 up but Listowel Celtic drew level. However it was Killorglin that took the winners medals after the shoot-out. The Plate section was named in honour of another Kerry and Park soccer legend John Joe Naughton will have been watching from the grandstand in the sky. This game also ended 2 all after extra time with The Park taking the trophy the short distance to the trophy cabinet as they just go past Killarney Celtic Greens after the spot kicks. The youngest Blitz: 8 teams of our 7’s and 8’s were in action in non competitive blitz’s in Listowel Celtic and Killarney Celtic. All eight teams really enjoyed their day with the North Kerry hosts welcoming Camp, Park and Asdee and Killarney Celtic hosting Inter Kenmare, Killarney Athletic and Mastergeeha. Moriarty’s 11’s In the Moriarty’s Centra 11’s Camp just got the better of Ballyhar. . JK Sports 12 Premier: Leaders Kingdom Boys were too strong for Killarney Athletic and with a Sean Kennedy hat trick, Pa Keane double and one each from Leo Gaxha and Sonay Rramani. 12 Division 1: Fenit were big winners over Park B in a midweek encounter. Oisin Horgan hit 3, Eddie McCarthy 2 and both Dara Hennessy and Conor Lenihan one each. Daly’s Supervalu 13 Division 1: Inter Kenmare have moved to the top of this Division thanks to two Boki Nikic goals. They have played more games than the sides around them but have the points in the bag. Listowel Celtic B made the trip to Murt Scott Park a winning one. They defeated Ballyhar 3-1 with Cian McGrath getting 2 and Liam Guiney getting the third direct from a corner. Dylan Callaghan got the Ballyhar consolation. 13 Division 2: Killarney Celtic C closed the gap on the sides above them following a 2-1 win over Fenit. Lorcan Martin and Jack McCarthy got the goals for Celtic with Gene Donnellan replying for Fenit. The late kick off had joint second placed Park B taking on Killorglin and it ended with the points being shared. Mark Dziedziuch got the goal for the Tralee side with Tim O’Shea netting for Killorglin. Foundation Sports 14 Premier: After 25 minutes The Park were afraid that lightening was going to strike twice in two weeks and for the second game in a row they had blown a 2-0 lead. However in this game they managed to get the winner thanks to Thomas Burke. For the first 10 minutes it was all The Park and they were 2-0 up after 8 minutes. Conor Higgans got the first in the 5th minute and Sean Looney doubled the Park’s lead 2 minutes later. However this is a very honest, not to mind skilful Kingdom Boys team and they were level late in the second half. A Dara Lowth penalty was added to by a goal from Dillon Robinson to level matters. But unlike last week when The Park let the points slip they got the 3 here and move onto 18 from 10 games. However Kingdom Boys are still favourites as they remain on 17 from 8 player. Killarney Celtic defeated Castleisland in a midweek encounter in this division. Sean Doherty, Ryan Kelliher, Micheal Devlin and Javier Herardia got the goals. Eoin Donnellan replied Joe Geaney (seted centre) presenting first prize in the Joe Geaney Mixed competition to winners (left) Denis and Christine Carroll with Maureen Culloty Lady Captain, Mary Geaney Club President Best Gross (back from left) Bernie Nolan and Tim O’Meara 2nd, Maura and Eamonn Fitzgerald 3rd, Mary and Derry O’Connor 4th, Mary and Seamus O’Neill 5th, Breda Duggan 7th, Brendan and Kathleen Brennan 6th, Mikey Daly Captain Best gross and at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, Killarney on Monday. for Castleisland. Killarney Plaza 15 Premier: Killarney Celtic wrapped up the title with their 8 unbeaten League game. They were pushed all the way by Mastergeeha for whom David Twomey scored. However it was another David who ensured the points went to Celtic as David Clifford scored both goals. 15 Division 1: Ballyhar are now unbeaten in their 8 League games and have closed the gap to leaders Camp to 3 points and they still have 3 games in hand. They were 6-2 winners over Park B. In the other game Inter Kenmare kept the points in at home after a 2-0 win over Asdee. Tralee Trophy World 16 Plate: Leaders Castleisland took another step towards this title with a 3-1 win over Park C. Sean O’Donoghue, TJ O’Connor and John McMahon were the goal scorers. Inter League Results: Kerry U13’s 2-1 Clare: Kerry enjoyed long spells of dominance with Patrick Darcy and McKenna doing well in controling matters. The first goal came from Clare corner. Conor Hayse collected the ball and laid it off to Alfie Christie who put the ball into the path of Nikic who was breaking from his own box. He collected the ball just inside the Clare half, beat a few defenders and slotted the ball home. The second came after a spell of good pressure with Vasu getting on the end of a good passing movement to wrap up the win. Under 16 Inter League: Kerry 0--1 Waterford Kerry put up a very good peformance and were unlucky to go down 1-0 to a strong Waterford side. The goal came from a rebounded penalty just before half time. Friendly u14: Kerry continued their Kennedy Cup preperations with a good win over Limerick Desmond. Dillon Robinson and Dara Lowth both scored twice while Shay Walsh and Mikey Kelliher both scored once. Paul Trant Manager Keanes Jewellers Killarney (fifth from left) presenting first prize in the Keanes Jewellers Men’s Competition to winner Liam Hartnett with (from left) prizewinners Eamon Fitzgerald, Paul McMahon, Moss Lyons, Shane Treacy, and Seamus Coffey with Mary Geaney Club President at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, Killarney on Sunday. 11.04.14 51 Killarney golf Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] Deadline: 3pm Monday Castlerosse Golf Club, Lower Lake, Killarney Results: Competition held on Sunday 6th April 18 hole Stableford, Winner: Donal O’Reilly (22) 39 pts, Runner up, Michael Leahy (19) 39pts. Fixtures: Next weekend 18 hole competition, single Stableford, play Friday, Saturday or Sunday, use time sheet. Thursday evening, regular 9 hole scramble, open to Gents & Ladies, outside players welcome, meet at Clubhouse at 5.45pm, shotgun start at 6.00pm sharp. Killarney Golf Club Ladies Club Competition sponsored by Lord Kenmare’s to be played on Sunday 6th April, 2014 was cancelled due to inclement weather conditions and will be played on a date to be decided later. Prize giving was also cancelled and will take place at a later date. Next Competition will be Sunday next April 13th, 2014, sponsored by Sean Taaffe, Singles Stableford. Mikey Daly Captain, Maureen Culloty Lady Captain and Mary Geaney Club President at their Drive In with some club members at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, Killarney on Monday. Kenmare Golf Results Results from Kenmare GC: Men: 1st Aindriu O’Sullivan [18] 42pts. 2nd Dave O’Dwyer [14] 39pts. Fixture: 18H Senior and Minor Medal. Ladies: 1st Christina Foley [20] 42pts. 2nd Marianne Klopp [27] 41pts. 3rd kathleen O’Shea [17] 35pts. Best Gross - Danielle Froment [11] 32pts. Fixture: President Coley Keating’s Prize. Ross GC, Killarney,Gents Club Fixtures: On Sunday April 13th we have re sheduled the second round of the M D O’Shea Spring League. This will be an 18 hole single stableford competition and will be sponsored Paul Trant Manager Keanes Jewellers Killarney presenting the prizes in the Keanes Jewellers Ladies Competition to winner (from left) Winnie Ryan, Christine Carroll and Mary Geaney with Maureen Culloty Lady Captain at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, Killarney on Sunday. 52 11.04.14 by Linehans Bar. Please get your name on the timesheet as soon as possible. Club Matchplay championship: The entry sheet for the 2014 Killarney Trophy & Medals sponsored Club Matchplay championship is now available on the noticebaord so please add your name to it as soon as possible. Killorglin Golf Club Ladies Results: Lady Captain Maura O’Boyles away week-end to Dundrum sponsored by Martha’s Unisex Hair Salon: 18 Hole Stableford: 1. Eileen Devane (31). 2. Coral Kiely (34). 3. Jenny Pigott (19). SILVER SWANS: 12 Hole Stableford: 1. Betty Foley (36) 27 pts. 2. Coral Kiely (34) 24 pts. FIXTURES: 3 T’s Charity 18 Hole Singles Stableford can be played Saturday 12th Sunday 13th or Tuesday 15th. Qualifier for Dundrum in September. LADIES GET INTO GOLF: Killorglin Golf Club in conjunction with the Confederation of Golf in Ireland will be running an initiative to get more Ladies playing golf through a 7 week programme consisting 4 weeks of group lessons with PGA professional Mark Heineman and 3 weeks of on course activities with Club members. Cost of 7 week programme is €35. A “Taster Session” will be held on Wednesday 7th May at Killorglin Golf Club from 6pm to 8pm and this is free of charge. Contact Agnes Carey on 0879774946 or email [email protected] to book a place on the taster evening. Beaufort Golf (Men’s Branch) Club RESULTS: 5th/6th April – 5th Rd Spring League – 13 hole re-entry - Sponsored by Cahillane Butchers, Killorglin 1st Mike Quirke (13) 25 pts. 2nd Joseph Bunyan (26) 17 pts. FIXTURES: 13th April – Easter Egg Competition – Sponsored by Frank Coffey. 18th April 2014 – Club Fundraiser – 4 Ball Betterball (Any Combination – Open to Ladies & Gents)- Sponsored by Malton Hotel - Entry €20 per person – Timesheet now open and filling up quickly – Contact Clubhouse to book your tee time and avoid disappointment. 20th April – 18 Hole Stableford (Yellow Tees) – Sponsored by PJ Lynch Q.S.   Ring of Kerry Golf Club Results: 6th April Singles Stableford 1st: Michael O’Sullivan (15) 41pts. 2nd: Henk Bons (7) 40pts. 3rd: David Kerins (7) 38pts. Up Coming Fixtures: 12th / 13th April - 2 - Person Stableford Better Ball - This is a members guest invitational weekend with the guest entry fee being only €15 to include a roast dinner. Two brand new golf bags up for grabs for the winning pair. Killorglin Golf Club Saturday 5th, Sunday 6th, 18 hole stableford 3T’s Charity weekend was won by Billy O’Shea off 16 with a great score of 44 points, which included an eagle on the 12th. The Bianconni weekend away takes place to Fota golf club and Waterrock club with overnight accommodation at Midleton Park Hotel on this, Saturday April 12th and Sunday April 13th. All in cost €150. There may still be vacancies so contact the club shop immediately. There will be an 18 hole competition at home for those not travelling. Picture parade Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] First sods are turned at the Ballyhar Church car park on Wednesday April 3rd 2014. The new GoKerry team. GoKerry extends its organisation in promoting Kerry as Ireland’s most vibrant tourism destination. See Page 18. Listry GAA Under 6, 8, 10’s pictured at their first outdoor training session last week. Joan Goodwin pictured on a recent visit to St Columbanus Home, Killarney. Members of staff at Killarney Town Council who held a farewell dinner to mark the 115 year history of the counicl in the town of Killarney. The night, which was a resounding success was held in the Killarney Avenue Hotel and 150 attended the event. If you have an occasion or an event you would like to feature on Killarney Outlook’s Picture Parade Just email the photograph to [email protected] or drop it into our office at 30 High Street, Killarney 11.04.14 53 Killarney Outlook Sales: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Supplement to Register of Electors Question I moved house earlier this year but have not registered to vote at my new address. Is it too late for me to register to vote in the local elections next month? Answer You can still be added to the register for the local and European elections which will be held on Friday 23 May 2014. The Register of Electors is published every year on 1 February but the closing date for submitting changes to the last draft Register was November 25 –before you moved to your new address. Changes after this date are taken into account in a supplement to the Register of Electors and until 6 May you can apply to be added to the supplement for the upcoming elections. You can check if you are on the register at checktheregister.ie or at your local authority, Garda station, post office or public library. If you are on the register but your previous address is listed, you can have your new address added to the supplement by completing form RFA3. The form is available online at checktheregister.ie or from your local authority, post office or public library. This will also remove you from the register for your previous address. If you check the register and find that you are not listed on the register, you can still apply be added to the supplement up to the closing date of 6 May 2014. In this case the form you use is called RFA2. There is an earlier deadline of 26 April 2014 for changes to the supplement for postal voters. This may apply if you are not able to vote at a polling station because of your occupation, illness or disability, being in prison, or if you are studying full-time in Ireland but away from the address where you are registered to vote. The application form for inclusion in this supplement to the postal voters list is available from your local authority. Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below. Is it true? Life is simply what it is as it is experienced moment by moment. It is our thoughts about what is happening in these moments that may bring joy, peace or suffering. For many people it is the constant commentary that is running in their minds which brings stress and unhappiness. It may go something like this…”He shouldn’t have said that to me – he’s so rude, she really shouldn’t wear that, I should have done my presentation this way, I’ve got it wrong, It’s a miserable day outside - I wish it would stop raining, I can’t afford to go on holiday, I bet they’re talking about me…etc ” The key is that on their own, these thoughts are harmless…they are just thoughts. It is when we attach ourselves to these thoughts and believe them to be true that we cause ourselves to suffer. A belief is a thought that we’ve been attaching to for many years making it FEEL as if it must be true. We may never have actually stopped and asked ourselves if what we believe is true. One simple way to become free of your attachments to negative or limited thinking is to simply ask yourself if the thought you believe is true. Allow the answer to come from deep within your heart and notice what your answer is. Just a heads up on my next Life Lounge! It’s on Wednesday 28th May (7.30 – 9.30pm) at the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee. My guest will be Life & Parent coach Joan Barrett. I cannot wait! Please call me or email to reserve your seat! 066 9766374 | life_coachingunlimited @yahoo.ie 54 11.04.14 Contact: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] Diesel Cars 11 Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi, 44k 11 Ford Mondeo 2.0L, Zetec, 1 owner, full Ford S/H 11 VW Golf 1.6 TDi, 95klms, White 11 Kia Ceed S.W. Manufacturers warranty to 2017 10 Hyundai i30 1.6 CRDi, comfort, 90k 10 Kia Proceed 39k, Manufacturers warranty to 2018 10 Citreon Picasso 1.6HDi, 35k, 1 owner, Full S/H 10 Nissan Qashqai 1.5DCi, 60k, Panoramic Roof 10 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi, Titanium, Panther Black, alloys, 1 owner, Full Ford Service History 10 Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI, sports, sat nav, bluetooth, alloys, fogs, 83k, full Ford S/H 09 Audi A4 2.0TDi 92k, Black, Full Audi S/H 09 Ford Focus 1.6TDCi, Titanium, 97k 09 Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi, Titanium, Full Ford S/H 09 Kia Proceed 1.6, Alloys, Fogs, 3dr H/B motoring outlook 09 Ford S-MAX 2.0, Zetec, 79k 08 Ford S-MAX Titanium, 75k 04 VW Bora 1.9TDi, NCT Tested, Silver 03 Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDi, silver, 1 owner Cars 08 Kia Rio 1.4, Automatic 07 Suzuki Swift 1.3, NCT Tested 06 Renault Clio 1.2, Alloys, Fogs 05 Ford Fiesta 1.2 05 Suzuki Liana NCT Tested 04 Ford Focus 1.4 COMMERCIAL 11 Citreon Dispatch Choice White or Black 09 Opel Combi Van 90klm 09 Ford Transit Connect 90klm 07 Opel Combi 1.3, Sliding Door 05 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Silver, 2.5, very clean 11.04.14 55 motoring outlook easter motoring Planning to take a break this Easter then here are some tips to make sure your Easter motoring isn’t spoiled by a car breakdown, l Check oil and coolant levels following the instructions in the owner’s handbook. l Have the cooling system checked – a leaking cooling system or inoperative cooling fan could cause the vehicle to overheat and cause extensive damage to the engine. It’s worth noting that owners of vehicles with air conditioning will often see a small amount of water on the floor – this is perfectly normal and is simply condensation of the air conditioning system. l The electric cooling fan is designed to run only when needed, it’s worth getting this checked also to ensure it’s operating as it should. l Check the operation of the convertible roof, especially if it hasn’t been used for some time. Make sure you know how to open or close it manually if needed. l Check all wiper blades for wear or splitting, check the windscreen washer fluid level (screen wash additive is also recommended) and check that the washer jets are adjusted correctly. l Have the auxiliary belt (sometimes called the fan belt) checked on a regular basis by your local dealer/garage. l Check the operation of all exterior lights to ensure they comply with any legal requirements, especially if you’re travelling to Europe. l Check the condition of the tyres (including the spare) for correct pressures and legal tread depth. The current minimum legal tread depth for cars and light commercial vehicles (up to 3500 kg gvw’) is 1.6mm. l Inspect the jack and wheel brace making sure they are in correct working order. If locking wheel nuts are fitted, ensure the locking key is safely stowed away in the vehicle. It may be useful to practise changing the spare wheel, following instructions from your owner’s handbook. If no spare is supplied with your vehicle make sure you are familiar with the tyre repair kit in case you need it. l Ensure all dashboard warning lights operate correctly. If not, consult your owner’s handbook or call your local dealer. l Make sure you have a spare set of keys for your vehicle in a safe place. l If you are towing a caravan, check the tyre condition – tyres can deteriorate quickly when not used for some time, so check for any cracking in the sidewalls. Also check the braking system, the indicators and brake lights and coupling gear. In addition, make sure that the caravan is properly balanced with the load distributed as advised by the manufacturer. l Never overload your vehicle or caravan beyond their designed carrying capacity Essentials for your car: l A first aid kit. l A warning triangle. l A high visibility vest/jacket. l A fire extinguisher. l An empty fuel can. l Additional engine oil and water (for topping up). l A light bulb kit. l An up-to-date road map or sat-nav. l n-car mobile phone charger. Wherever you’re going: l Plan your journey to avoid getting lost or getting stuck in traffic jams. l Take plenty of water and refreshments and take regular breaks. l Take sun cream in case you breakdown, especially abroad. l If you have children, take some games you can play in the car during the journey. l Take extra supplies of medication, you may not be able to get them if you’re abroad. l Have sufficient rest. Working long hours then driving is a recipe for disaster. Report tracks trends in the Motor industry The Ford Focus tops the list as most searched for used car model among Kerry car buyers, followed by the Volkswagen Golf, Audi A4 and Toyota Corolla according to findings of the third Carzone.ie Motoring Report. The report is a bi-annual index which tracks trends in both the new and used car markets in Ireland. 56 11.04.14 Data has been compiled using the 60 million searches carried out on Carzone.ie during the last six months of the year, vehicle transactions listed on Cartell.ie and an in-depth survey of 2,187 motorists nationwide. The results reveal that Ford is the most searched for car marque in Kerry, ahead of Volkswagen, Toyota and Audi. In line with national trends, the majority of Kerry buyers choose black as their colour preference when searching for a used car, followed by blue and red. Overall, 474,418 used cars were sold in Ireland during the last six months of 2013, an increase of 16% on the same period in 2012. Contact: Des 087 659 3427 or Email: [email protected] motoring outlook 11.04.14 57 trades : services Tel: 064 667 0000 Email : [email protected] TO ADVERTISE CALL: 087 6593427 SCHOOL OF MOTORING • Utmost consideration given to nervous beginners • Dual controlled car • Beginners to Pre-Test • Gift Vouchers Available • 7 days a Week Phone John Galvin at 087 9433402 or 087 0678087 SEAn ROCHE Slievereagh, Ballyvourney, Co. Cork. Patio Slabs (Different Designs), Full Rope Top Kerb & Lawn Edging, Gate Posts & Fencing posts, Timber Style Ranch Post & Rail Fencing, Wall & Pillar Capping FREE QUOTATIONS for site Fencing Patio & Kerb Laying Delivery Service Available Tel: 086-6765694 026-45649 Business Outlook Vision Networking is a referral Networking Group where business people in Kerry have an opportunity to meet in a relaxed environment on a regular basis. The group consists of sole traders, SME’s and middle market companies. For more information please contact Guest Co-ordinator Jim Delaney email: [email protected] This week meet two of their members… planning, tender and then construction stage. We also carry out structural & boundary reports, disability access/fire certificates and architectural conservation works. Please contact us for a free consultation on 064-6636363 or [email protected] Mosca McGillycuddy & Associates Drain Services Irish drain services is one of irelands fastest growing enviromental s o l u t i o n s companies. In the past few years they have expanded their services from the ordinary blockage to the latest techniques in Architects, Engineers & Project Managers Our range of work undertaken varies from extensions to dwelling houses to large scale residential & commercial projects. We offer our clients a full range of services from design, 58 11.04.14 Irish drain services l Pipe line maintenance l Septic tank emptying/desludging l Drain unblocking l CCTV l Grease maintenance l Pump servicing l Non dig solutions For further information contact: Irish Drain Services 4 Park Business Centre, Farranfore Co. Kerry Ireland [email protected] 066 9763070 087 935 9035 TO ADVERTISE CALL: trades : services 087 6593427 Tel: 064 667 0000 Email : [email protected] Mill Rd, Killarney. Tel: 064 66 35395 Mobile: 086 8122672 Huge range of Materials to choose from All Upholstery work undertaken. Hotels, Bars, Guest Houses, Private House. FREE Quotations Contact: John McCarthy Oil Burner Service Killarney Approved Firebird Boiler Service Agents T: Conor: 087 8296288 Todd: 087 2386276 Office: 064 77 58654 Also Approved Agents for STANLEY OIL COOKERS 11.04.14 59 margaret’s ramblings Contact: Margaret 086 164 8542 or Email: [email protected] something created by nature we call it progress – Ed Begley Jr. ON THIS DATE – 11th April 5TH ANNUAL DANCE IN AID OF RECOVERY HAVEN (CANCER SUPPORT HOUSE) The Earl of Desmond Hotel, Tralee will be the place to be on Tuesday night the 15th of April for all of you that like to dance the night away, while supporting a great cause. Music on the night by PJ Murrihy, Patrick O’Sullivan and Eileen and Noel. Admission only €10. Doors Open 8.30pm. Dancing from 9pm until 12.30am. Fantastic Spot prizes to be won in the Raffle and all profits on the night go directly to Recovery Haven Cancer Support House, located at 5 Haig’s Terrace, Tralee. Recovery Haven offers cancer patients from all parts of Kerry a Phone In Service, Drop In Service, Listening Service for those who wish to talk to one of its Trained Volunteers. It’s Garden and Library provide a tranquil setting to sit and relax in. Recovery Haven which is a registered charity also offer massage, reflexology, reiki and psychotherapy and classes in Tai Chi, Yoga, Art Therapy and Stress Management. There are Beauticians available for Beauty Treatments e.g. nails, eyelash tint etc and they have a wig and make-up day every two months which is a fun day - you even get a make-up kit to take home afterwards. All its services are FREE of charge to those who are dealing with the trauma of cancer or finished treatment and the service is also available FREE of charge to families and carers. Please phone 066 719 2112 for further information on opening hours etc. AGRICULTURAL SCRUB REMOVAL COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF PAYMENTS, PENALTIES OR FINES Many readers will know that the removal of scrub and other valuable (but non-designated) wildlife habitats is an important issue for BirdWatch Ireland. However, new rules within the new EU regulations governing farmer subsidies now allow such habitats to be left without affecting the area considered eligible for such payments. BirdWatch Ireland welcomes the recent statement by Minister Tom Hayes 60 11.04.14 (Minister of State in the Dept. of Agriculture, Food and the Marine) clarifying that there is now “no reason” to undertake such actions, which may actually result in loss of payments, penalties or fines if such damage is illegal. As always, please report any incidents of scrub fires or other large-scale habitat destruction to BirdWatch Ireland by emailing casework@ birdwatchireland.ie. PETITION to save the SKDP South Kerry Development Partnership Ltd is a community led local development company established in 1991 to promote rural development in the South Kerry area. It is an experienced development organisation with over 20 years experience of successfully implementing state & EU funded Rural Development Programmes. South Kerry Development Partnership Ltd works strategically in the areas of Enterprise & Employment, Education & Training and Community Development. Last October, the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government published a report proposing a number of reforms for the local government sector. One of its suggestions is to remove the core funding currently received by local development companies (through programmes like LEADER and the Local and Community Development Programme) and to route it instead through new local authorityled bodies, which would be known as SocioEconomic Committees. If the establishment of the Socio-Economic Committees goes ahead, decision-making and funding will be removed from community-led bodies with a proven track record of success, and placed in the hands of local authorities despite the fact that Ireland’s current system of local development is viewed as a model of best practice at European level. If you believe future funding should continue to be distributed by community-led bodies, then please visit the SKDP webpage and follow the links to sign the petition. You will also be supporting North & East Kerry Development Company (NEKD) and IRD Duhallow. THIS WEEKS QUOTE When we destroy something created by man we call it vandalism. When we destroy 1971 - The GAA lifted its ban on members playing or attending ‘foreign’ sports such as soccer or rugby. 1977 - Ireland set fishing zone at 50 miles. 1984 - Challenger astronauts completed first in space satellite repair. 1986 - Brian Keenan was taken hostage in Beirut. 1986 - A Canadian 1921 50 cent piece sold in New York City for $22,000. 1992 - Euro-Disney opened near Paris. 2000 - The newspaper known as The (Cork) Examiner was re-launched as The Irish Examiner. 2002 - During a remembrance ceremony at St Colman’s Cathedral, candles were lit for each of the 79 people who boarded the Titanic on her maiden and final voyage which departed from Cobh, then known as Queenstown, on this date in 1912. 2010 - Tens of thousands of Poles lined the streets to witness the procession of their late President Kaczynski, en route to the Presidential Palace, Warsaw, where he would lie in state. 2013 - Japan’s Honda, Nissan and Mazda automakers announced plans to recall 3.4 million cars due to airbag defects. SWAMP SURVIVAL TIP OF THE DAY When a crocodile is inching suspiciously toward you, run for land. Do not climb a tree. Chances are it will follow you, or one of its buddies is already up there, licking its chops. Heed this advice especially in Africa, where you’ll find Nile crocodiles in trees just as frequently as some birds. THIS WEEKS GOOD NEWS Japan has been ordered to stop whaling! This victory shows what can be achieved for animals when caring people work together. In the landmark decision, the International Court of Justice has ruled that Japan’s Antarctic whaling program is “unscientific” — and as such, has demanded an end to any further whale hunts under this programme. With Japanese officials promising to respect the ruling, this historic decision by the United Nations’ highest court will help protect minke, fin, humpback, and other whales from suffering exhausting pursuit and cruel deaths by harpooning in the Southern Ocean. The long battle to protect the world’s gentle ocean giants has been fought by many, and now, all those who have ever taken action for marine animals can stand together in this incredible victory. Contact: Margaret 086 164 8542 or Email: [email protected] 3,500 YEAR OLD TREE BURNED TO THE GROUND IN A MATTER OF HOURS The Senator, located in Florida, was the largest bald cypress tree in the United States, and was widely considered the oldest of its species known to exist. Estimated to be around 3,500 years old, the Senator was used as a landmark for the Seminole Indians and other native tribes. The Senator’s size was particularly impressive because it has endured many hurricanes, including one in 1925 which reduced its height by 40 feet. The tree got its name from Senator M.O. Overstreet, who donated the tree and surrounding land to the state in 1927. In 2012 a 26 year old Florida woman was charged with the destruction of the tree located in Big Tree Park in Longwood, she told authorities that she and an unidentified friend were doing drugs inside the hollow tree and she lit a fire to see what she was doing. She took mobile phone photos of the fire as it started and bragged about it to friends saying “I can’t believe I burned down a tree older then Jesus.” Beyond of the drug charges, there were treerelated charges filed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, on charges of intentional burning of land, a thirddegree felony. MR. TWISTER Tornadoes are often filled with tales of destruction, but in the case of Twister the cat, a twister is part of his origin story. In 2011 a tornado hit a small town in New England called Brimfield. More than 25% of the homes in the area were wiped out. However, during the rescue process a worker found a small kitten stuck in a tree. The cat was only days old and was so high up in the tree that rescuers believed high winds from the tornado had blown the feline to the top. This observation led to the cat’s name. “I remember someone calling out ‘he should be named Twister if he survived a tornado,” Jonathan Hall, a paramedic said “He certainly helped to fleetingly relieve the stress and tension we were all suffering and I just knew we had to take care of him and get him some help.” During this time the Boston Animal Rescue League had a slew of volunteers helping displaced animals. The group found a mother cat that was able to nurse Twister along with her kittens. Just two months later Mr. Hall decided to adopt the rescued cat. Nowadays, Twister continues to be a brave soul, as he travels with Mr. Hall (on a leash) around town. The pair are now community celebrities. margaret’s ramblings died before their fifth birthday dropped by almost half. Measles deaths declined by 71%, and both tuberculosis and maternal deaths by half again. HIV, the modern plague, is also being held back, with deaths from AIDS-related illnesses down by 24% since 2005. And that’s not only true in rich countries, life expectancy has gone up between 1990 and 2011 in every WHO income bracket. The gains are even more dramatic if you take the long view: global life expectancy was 47 in the early 1950s, but had risen to 70 — a 50% jump — by 2011. For even more perspective, the average Briton in 1850 — when the British Empire had reached its apex — was 40. The average person today should expect to live almost twice as long as the average citizen of the world’s wealthiest and most powerful country in 1850. In real terms, this means millions of fewer dead adults and children a year, millions fewer people who spend their lives suffering the pains and unfreedoms imposed by illness. WALKING SHARKS Scientist Mark Erdmann was participating in a night time scuba dive off the coast of Halmahera, Indonesia, in 2012 when he stumbled on a new species of walking shark. The shark is one of nine walking species, six of which are found in Indonesian waters. It is about two to three feet long and uses its pectoral and pelvic fins to walk on the ocean floor, looking for food. For nearly three decades, Indonesia has led the world in the export of dried shark fins and other products from elasmobranchs (sharks, fins and skates). The country averages over 100,000 tons of sharks and rays landed each year — 10–13% of the global catch! As Indonesia’s economy has matured, the past decade has seen a tremendous increase in the number of Indonesians taking up scuba diving. This has dramatically increased awareness of the declines in shark and ray populations while simultaneously creating a large “fan base” for charismatic species like manta rays and whale sharks. Within the government, there is a growing awareness of the important ecological role that sharks play in maintaining healthy fish stocks, as well as the incredible economic potential of shark and manta-focused marine tourism. The director of the Ministry’s Marine Conservation Directorate, notes: “We now know, for instance, that a living manta ray is worth up to US$ 1.9 million to our economy over the course of its lifetime, compared to a value of only $40–200 for its meat and gill rakers. We believe there is still tremendous untapped potential to expand shark and ray tourism in Indonesia, but we need to act now to manage and recover these populations.” FEWER PEOPLE ARE DYING DID YOU KNOW…. Tristan da Cunha is officially the most remote YOUNG inhabited chain of islands in the world, sitting The most up-to-date numbers on global health, the 2013 World Health Organization (WHO) statistical compendium, shows that between 1990 and 2010, the percentage of children who less than 300. The islands were discovered by Portuguese explorer Tristão da Cunha in 1506 though the island didn’t get its first resident until American Jonathan Lambert showed up in 1810. He declared the islands his own but died in a boating accident only two years after establishing his empire. Eventually, the island came under the control of Great Britain where it remains today, a British Overseas Territory with Saint Helena and Ascension Island. Most citizens live in the settlement of Edinburgh of the Seven Seas, where residents make a living farming or working for the local government. The island makes a fair amount of income from the sale of coins and stamps from this unique British postal code. Health care on the island is free, but serious injury could necessitate flagging down a passing fishing vessel to ask for a 1,750-mile ride to Cape Town, South Africa. NOW YOU CAN HAVE YOUR BOTTLED WATER AND EAT IT TOO A trio of Spanish design students have created a “water bottle” that you can eat. The have named their creation “Ooho,” a gelatinous blob that is actually a membrane that encapsulates water like a bladder. When you’re thirsty, just puncture the membrane and drink. Or, if you also have an appetite, just pop a bite-sized Ooho in your mouth and chomp down for a burst of hydration. The gooey membrane, made from brown algae and calcium chloride, is edible, hygienic and biodegradable. The Ooho globule is formed through a process called “spherification,” a methodology first pioneered in 1946 and still utilised by some chefs in modern cuisine. Water is frozen into ice before being encapsulated to ease the process and prevent the water from mixing with the membrane ingredients. The bag-like containers are also incredibly cheap — each one costs just 2 cents to make. One immediate use for the Ooho water containers could be for running sports events. Runners often hydrate by grabbing paper cups from spectators as they run, creating a lot of trash. Ooho offers a waste-free alternative; it could even be infused with electrolytes to give competitors an athletic edge. The design was a winner of the second annual Lexus Design Award and was also be featured during Milan Design Week. FINALLY THIS WEEK: Prairie voles have long fascinated scientists with their lifelong pair-bonds and live otherwise monogamous lifestyles. They co-parent their young, share the housework and have been known to experience grief and stay single in the wild if they lose their partner.. 1,750 miles from the nearest land in South Africa. The main island of Tristan da Cunha is 7 miles across and a little under 38 square miles in all and has a permanent population of 11.04.14 61 healthy outlook Editor: Aisling Crosbie 086 0400 958 or Email: [email protected] Health Risks from the Sun Last week we looked at various strategies to reduce workplace stress. These focused primarily on the one thing we have control over in our lives i.e. ourselves. This week we will look at more key ways to deal with stress in our lives. Knowing we are stressed when we are stressed is important. Each person is different – so know your own ‘stress busters’. The following are some tips: 1. Taking Responsibility for our own physical and emotional well-being. 2. Avoid knee-jerk reactions and falling into old habits. 3. Learn to communicate better – which can improve relationships with coworkers. 4. Recognise your own emotions and know how to control your emotions and behaviour. If you ignore your emotions you will be unable to fully understand your own needs and find it difficult to communicate with others. 5. Delegate responsibility- let go of the need to control every little step. 6. Be willing to compromise – finding a middle ground with a co-worker can help reduce stress levels for everyone. 7. Balance your daily schedule – as all work and no play leads to burnout. Balance your time between work, daily responsibilities, family life and social activities – ensuring you get some downtime. 8. Avoid over-scheduling your time by trying to fit too much into one day. If you have a lot on – distinguish between the ‘shoulds’ and the ‘musts’ and drop any task that isn’t completely necessary to the bottom of the list or delete them entirely. 9. Give yourself time – getting up or leaving home ten minutes earlier can decrease stress levels and avoid that frantic rush to get to work on time. 10. Take a quick stroll during the day to clear your mind. 11. There is no better way to alleviate stress than a good laugh– watching a comedy or meeting up with friends and sharing a joke can all help to reduce stress. 12. Don’t try to seek perfectionism – this will only add to unnecessary stress. When you set unrealistic goals you set yourself up for failure. Aim to do your best. 13. Watch your thoughts. Negative thinking can drain our energy and motivation – so try to stay positive and avoid negative people as much as possible. 14. Don’t try to control the uncontrollable. Many things in life are beyond our control – especially the behaviour of other people. Rather than focusing on the things we can’t control, we give our attention to that which we can control – i.e how we react to the problem. SouthWest Counselling Centre Killarney provides affordable professional counselling to children, adolescents adults and couples – both at its Killarney Centre (Lewis Road) and at Kenmare Family Centre. [email protected]. Kerry LifeLine provides FREE counselling and support to anyone feeling suicidal or bereaved through suicide. [email protected] To make an appointment call 064 6636416. SouthWest Counselling Centre is a not-for-profit organization. All funds raised through fundraising go directly to service provision. 62 11.04.14 As the summer holidays fast approach those of us who are lucky enough to get some sun should bear in mind the harmful effects it may have: Sun Damage to the Skin Although sunbathing may be enjoyable and a suntan a status symbol, it must be remembered that excessive sun exposure is a health hazard due to the effect of ultraviolet (UV) radiation on the skin. UVB causes sunburn which can range from intense erythema to blistering and ‘burnt skin’ similar to a burn from hot water of fire. Sunburn is more likely when, in addition to direct exposure from the sun, UV is also ‘reflected’ from water (swimming pools or the sea), white sand or snow. The risk is greater at higher altitudes when there is less protection from the earth’s atmosphere. Both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation are known to cause pre-mature cancers. Drying of skin can result in exacerbation of facial seborrhoeic dermatitis. Especially Vulnerable Groups • Babies and children. • Fair skinned people who often also have red hair or blue eyes. • Those with certain medical conditions such as albinism or previous skin cancer. • Those medications such as tetracyclines including doxycycline, oral hypoglycaemic drugs and diuretics. Precautions • Babies under 9 months should be kept out of direct sunlight. • Children should wear long sleeved, loose fitting shirts, hats and highfactor sunscreen. • The greatest risk is from the midday sun, usually from noon until 14.00 hours (15.00 in tropical regions) when precautions are especially important. • Adults should wear a broad brimmed hat, long sleeved shirts and sunglasses. Sunscreens • Sunscreens do not replace the precautions described above but they can help absorb UVB and to a lesser extent UVA. • Waterproof sunscreens can prevent their removal by sweat or water although they should always be reapplied after swimming. • There is a voluntary star system for sunscreens grading UVA protection; more stars indicating greater protection. • The Sun Protection Factor (SPF) refers to the protection against UVB (e.g. ‘SPF 8’ allows approximately 8 times longer sun exposure without burning than with no protection). • To gain effective protection a cream with an SPF value of 15 or above should be used (less than this provides little protection). • Sunscreens are expensive - be wary of cheap sunscreens bought abroad which may not give adequate protection. • Check expiry dates If you have any other further queries regarding the above article please do not hesitate to contact us on 064 6620628 memorials & remembrance 25th anniversary MEMORIAL SERVICE 3rd anniversary In Loving Memory of For In Loving Memory of Thomas O’Connor Romford Essex and late of Rathcommane Ballyhar. Passed away on 4th October 2013. Funeral and Cremation in London. Seamus O’Connor Rathcommane, Ballyhar, Killarney, Co. Kerry. Who died on 15th April 1989 Looking back with memories. Upon the paths we trod. We bless the hours we had with you. And leave the rest to God. Always in our thoughts and forever in our hearts. Reception of ashes and Mass will take place on Easter Monday 21st April in Ballyhar Church at 10 am with burial afterwards in Aglish cemetery. Bridie O’Shea May He Rest in Peace. Deelish Park, Beaufort, Killarney, Co. Kerry. Who Died on 14th April 2011 Novena to the sacred heart Sacred Heart and Our Lady a thousand thanks. And to all of the Saints for favours received Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked many favours. This time I ask you this special one, (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within Your own heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never know to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. In thanksgiving. 25th anniversary 20th anniversary In Loving Memory of In Loving Memory of Seamus O’Connor Nellie Lantry Rathcommane, Ballyhar, Killarney, Co. Kerry. Who died on 15th April 1989 Park Road Estate, Killarney, Co. Kerry. Who died on 17th April 1994 Your wife Dora, Sons, Daughters, and extended family. Novena to the sacred heart R.I.P. R.I.P. It does not take a special day, For us to think of you, Each Mass we hear, Each Mass we say, Is offered up for you. You can only have one mother, Patient, kind and true, No other friend in the world, Will be the same to you. Along the road to yesterday, That leads us straight to you. Are memories of happy days, Together we once knew. Always remembered by your loving Son Noel and Daughter in law Eileen. Your life was love and labour, Your love for your family true, You did your best for all of us, We will always remember you. Always remembered by your loving Daughter Eileen, Son Tom, Son in Law Noel, Daughter in law, Caroline and Grandchildren Dermot, Ida, Tara and Karen. R.I.P. A silent thought, a quiet prayer; For a special person in God’s care. God saw her getting tired When a cure was not to be, So he closed his arms around her And whispered “Come to Me.” Debt removal prayer Lord, I confess I’ve made mistakes, I have accumulated too much debt, and now I cannot imagine overcoming it without your help. Please Lord, I beg of you to intercede on my behalf. Provide me with the financial means to be able to breath again. Please forgive my sins Lord. Walk with me and help me to make the right decisions throughout my life. In your name I pray. Amen. You must say 3 Our Fathers for 7 Days. Must promise publication. Never Know to fail. A.C. Novena to the sacred heart Sadly missed by her husband Mike. Sacred Heart and Our Lady a thousand thanks. And to all of the Saints for favours received x Novena to the sacred heart Novena to the sacred heart Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked many favours. This time I ask you this special one, (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within Your own heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never know to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked many favours. This time I ask you this special one, (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within Your own heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never know to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. In thanksgiving. Novena to st. clare the miracle prayer Ask St. Clare for 3 favours, 1 business, 2 impossible, Say 9 Hail Mary’s for 9 days with a lighted candle, and finish with “May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised, adored, glorified and loved today and ever day throughout the world forever. Amen”. Pray, whether you believe or not. Publish on the 9th day. Your request will be granted no matter how difficult it may seem. Favour often granted on the third day. K.R. Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked many favours. This time I ask you this special one, (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for three days. Publication of prayer and favour will be granted. B.B. 11.04.14 63 Disclaimer: Published by Outlook Publications Ltd., Tralee Road, Castleisland. Tel: 066 7142179. 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